France and Norway lead Group I after World Cup opening matches
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 6:56 PM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
France and Norway are tied at the top of Group I in the 2026 World Cup standings after both teams secured victories in their opening matches. France defeated Senegal 3-1 on June 17, with Kylian Mbappe scoring twice. Norway triumphed over Iraq 4-1 on June 16, highlighted by two goals from Erling Haaland. The standings currently show Norway leading on goal differential. Both teams are set to compete again on June 22, with France facing Iraq in Philadelphia, while Norway takes on Senegal in New Jersey.
- •France tops Group I with 3 points and +2 goal differential.
- •Norway also holds 3 points but has a +3 goal differential.
- •Mbappe scored twice in France's opening victory.
- •Haaland netted two goals for Norway in their win.
- •France plays Iraq on June 22 in Philadelphia.
- 6:56 PMYahoo Sports — Updated World Cup Group I standings, bracket: Where does France rank?
"France and Norway sit atop World Cup Group after one match. See what's on tap next for Les Bleus.
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