France and Norway vie for first place in World Cup Group I
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 3:31 PM
Last updated Jun 26, 2026
France and Norway will face each other on Friday at 3 p.m. in a decisive Group I match of the World Cup, following both teams winning their first two games. France, the 2022 runners-up, has scored six goals while conceding only one, securing six points. Norway matches that point total with seven goals scored and three conceded. Meanwhile, Senegal and Iraq will also compete for a spot in the round of 32, having not yet secured any points. The outcomes of both games are critical for advancement to the knockout stage.
- •France and Norway both have six points heading into Friday's match.
- •Senegal and Iraq are still in contention for round of 32.
- •Kickoff for both matches is at 3 p.m. on June 26.
- •France can secure first place with a win or draw against Norway.
- •Senegal and Iraq require a win for any chance to advance.
- 3:31 PMCBS Sports — World Cup Group I scenarios: Norway and France play for first place; Senegal and Iraq for round of 32
"All four teams are mathematically alive to advance as Group I action concludes on Friday
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