Norway starts Haaland on bench, makes 10 changes for France match

Norway has made 10 lineup changes ahead of their crucial World Cup Group I match against France at Gillette Stadium on June 26. Erling Haaland and captain Martin Ødegaard will start the match on the bench, while Patrick Berg will serve as captain. Both teams have already qualified for the Round of 32, but a victory for Norway is essential to win the group, as France currently leads on goal differential. With draw enough for France to top the group, Norway must secure a win to avoid facing the Ivory Coast.

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