France dominates Norway 4-1 in World Cup Group I match

France secured its place at the top of Group I with a decisive 4-1 victory over Norway on June 26. Ousmane Dembélé achieved a first-half hat trick, marking one of the fastest in World Cup history. Despite Norway reducing the deficit shortly after Dembélé's second goal, France quickly restored its two-goal advantage. Earlier, Senegal defeated Iraq 5-0 in the other Group I match, positioning themselves well for a chance at the knockout stage. With this win, France will face a third-place team from another group in the round of 32, while Norway enters the knockout phase against Ivory Coast.

• 9:11 PMYahoo Sports — 2026 World Cup Group I: France clinches top spot as Erling Haaland sits for Norway
• 9:11 PMYahoo Sports — 2026 World Cup Group I: France clinches top spot as Erling Haaland sits for Norway; Senegal helps fight for 3rd-place spot