France secures knockout spot as Senegal advances in World Cup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 1:36 PM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Michael Olise and Dayot Upamecano helped France secure their place in the knockout stages of the 2026 World Cup with a decisive 4-1 win against Norway. Ousmane Dembélé scored twice early in the match, and Desiré Doué added a late goal. In Group I, Senegal, despite losing two matches, reached the round of 32 after a 5-0 victory over Iraq. The French finished first in their group with nine points, while Senegal qualified as one of the best third-placed teams. Both teams will face their opponents in the knockout rounds, with France set to play Sweden and Senegal waiting to find out their next match-up.
- •France finished group stages with nine points.
- •Ousmane Dembélé scored a brace against Norway.
- •Senegal qualified as a top third-placed team.
- •France will face Sweden in the round of 32.
- •Senegal awaits news on their knockout stage opponent.
- 1:36 PMYahoo Sports — Olise celebrates top spot with France, whilst Jackson’s Senegal progress in third
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