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Norway faces France in crucial World Cup group match at Gillette Stadium

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 5:49 PM

Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Norway faces France in crucial World Cup group match at Gillette Stadium

Summary

Norway and France are set to compete in the FIFA World Cup group stage at Gillette Stadium in Boston today at 4 p.m. Brasília time. Both teams enter the match with six points, with France leading on goal difference. The outcome will determine their paths in the knockout stage, with a draw securing France's first-place finish in Group I. Norway's lineup features several changes, resting key players including Haaland and Ødegaard, while France has made adjustments in defense with Saliba rested and Lacroix starting instead. Guy Stéphan will lead France in the absence of Didier Deschamps, who has returned to France for personal reasons.

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By the Numbers

•Match begins at 4 p.m. Brasília time
•Stale Solbakken rests key Norway players
•France leads Group I due to superior goal difference
•Guy Stéphan coaches France in Deschamps' absence
•Broadcast on TV Globo, SporTV, CazéTV, and SBT

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5:49 PMYahoo Sports — 🔥 Set for a cracker! Norway and France with line-ups confirmed

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It’s time for the most anticipated clash of the FIFA World Cup group stage.Norway and France are set to face off shortly (4 p.m. Brasília time).The match will be played at Gillette Stadium in Bosto...
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