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Côte d'Ivoire comes marching into Texas ahead of knockout game against Norway
By Katy Blakey and Charles Nichelson at NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Local
· June 30, 2026
· 1 min read
Côte d’Ivoire, nicknamed the Elephants, has arrived in North Texas for their knockout game against Norway at Dallas Stadium on Tuesday at noon.
This is Dallas Stadium’s first knockout game.
Côte d’Ivoire arrived to cheering fans in Downtown Dallas. Downtown Dallas resident Jennifer Wallace ...
Key takeaway This is Dallas Stadium’s first knockout game.
Why this matters in Frisco News
The arrival of Côte d'Ivoire and Norway in North Texas brings a surge of international soccer excitement to the region. As fans from both teams converge on Downtown Dallas and other local spots, businesses in the area can expect a boost in activity. The fact that Norway's star striker Erling Haaland was seen practicing at SMU's Washburne Stadium suggests that local facilities are also benefiting from the teams' presence. With the knockout game set to take place at Dallas Stadium, the city's ability to host high-profile events will be on display. A successful event could have implications for future bids to host major sporting events in the area, potentially bringing more economic activity and exposure to Frisco and the surrounding communities. As the teams prepare to face off, local residents can look forward to an electric atmosphere and a unique opportunity to experience world-class soccer in their own backyard.
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Published: June 30, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Local ·
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What is this story about? Côte d’Ivoire, nicknamed the Elephants, has arrived in North Texas for their knockout game against Norway at Dallas Stadium on Tuesday at noon.
This is Dallas Stadium’s first knockout game.
Côte d’Ivoire arrived to cheering fans in Downtown Dallas. Downtown Dallas resident Jennifer Wallace ...
When was this published? This article was first published on June 30, 2026 by NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Local and curated for Frisco News readers.
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