Group I features France, Norway, and Senegal in World Cup showdown
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 5, 2026, 10:01 AM
Last updated Jun 5, 2026
The 2026 World Cup Group I includes France, Senegal, and Norway, presenting a competitive fixture schedule. France, the 2018 champions and 2022 runners-up, will face Senegal on June 16, a rematch of their historic 2002 upset. Norway returns to the World Cup for the first time since 1998, led by star striker Erling Haaland. Each team aims to advance in the tournament after recent performances, especially France who struggled with scoring at Euro 2024. Matches will be held across multiple venues, with the group concluding on June 26.
- •Group I matches begin on June 16 in New Jersey and Foxborough.
- •France faces Senegal in a rematch of the 2002 World Cup upset.
- •Norway returns to the World Cup after 28 years, featuring Erling Haaland.
- •France seeks redemption after a disappointing Euro 2024 performance.
- •Last group matches scheduled for June 26.
- 10:01 AMYahoo Sports — World Cup 2026 – Group I guide: Favourites France, dark horses Norway and dangerous Senegal... is this our group of death?
"Can a 48-team World Cup where 32 teams advance really have a group of death? Well, if it does, then this is surely it
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