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France faces Norway in decisive World Cup group stage clash

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 3:46 PM

Last updated Jun 26, 2026

France faces Norway in decisive World Cup group stage clash
Summary

France is set to play Norway in a crucial group-stage match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Both teams have secured six points, making this showdown essential for determining first place in Group I. France enters on the strength of victories over Senegal and Iraq, with Kylian Mbappé in top form, contributing four goals across both matches. The winner will face a more favorable opponent in the knockout stage, either a third-place team from various groups or a runner-up from Group E. The match takes place today, June 26, ahead of the Round of 32 scheduled for June 30.

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By the Numbers
  • •France has six points from two wins in the World Cup.
  • •Norway also has six points, setting up a tie for first place.
  • •Kylian Mbappé has scored four goals in the tournament.
  • •The match is critical for knockout stage seeding.
  • •Round of 32 matches are scheduled for June 30.
Latest Updates
  • 9:00 PMYahoo Sports — Who will Norway play next in World Cup round of 32? Opponent determined
  • 4:07 PMYahoo Sports — Who could Egypt play in the World Cup Round of 32?
  • 3:46 PMYahoo Sports — Who will France play in World Cup round of 32? Showdown with Norway will set match
What they're saying
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Egypt is in position to advance to the 2026 World Cup Round of 32. There are several possible scenarios based on the result of its final group match.

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France has already advanced to the World Cup round of 32, but its outcome against Norway will decide who they will face in the knockout stage.

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Despite losing to France, Norway advanced to the next round of the World Cup. Here's who they will play next.

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