France wins convincingly against Norway, extending their winning streak to 3 matches.

Thanh Vinh•June 26, 2026 23:17

France beat Norway 4-1 at Gillette Stadium thanks to a hat-trick from Dembele, moving to the top of the group.

Norway1 - 4FranceEnd
  • 0'The match has started.
    Norway hosts France.
  • 7'GOAL! France (0-1)
    7th minute:O. Dembele(France) scored (assist: K. Mbappe). Score: 0 - 1.
  • 10'Yellow card
    10th minute: P. Berg (Norway) receives a yellow card (Holding).
  • 20'GOAL! France (0-2)
    20th minute:O. Dembele(France) scored (assist: K. Mbappe). Score: 0 - 2.
  • 21'GOAL! Norway (1-2)
    21st minute:T. Aasgaard(Norway) scored (assist: A. Schjelderup). Score: 1 - 2.
  • 32'GOAL! France (1-3)
    32nd minute:O. Dembele(France) scored (assist: A. Tchouameni). Score: 1 - 3.
  • 45'End of the first half
    At the end of the first half, the score was 1-3.
  • 46'The second half has begun.
    The second half has begun.
  • 46'Substitution
    46th minute (Norway): F. Bjorkan comes on to replace M. Pedersen.
  • 46'Substitution
    46th minute (Norway): K. Thorstvedt comes on to replace M. Thorsby.
  • 50'Missed penalty
    50th minute: J. Larsen (Norway) misses the penalty.
  • 65'Substitution
    65th minute (France): M. Olise comes on to replace R. Cherki.
  • 65'Substitution
    65th minute (France): O. Dembele comes on to replace B. Barcola.
  • 66'Substitution
    66th minute (Norway): H. Falchener comes on to replace S. Langas.
  • 74'Yellow card
    74th minute: A. Tchouameni (France) receives a yellow card (Roughing).
  • 76'Substitution
    76th minute (France): D. Upamecano comes on to replace I. Konate.
  • 83'Substitution
    83rd minute (Norway): A. Schjelderup comes on to replace A. Nusa.
  • 83'Substitution
    83rd minute (Norway): O. Bobb comes on to replace J. Hauge.
  • 87'Substitution
    87th minute (France): J. Kounde comes on to replace M. Gusto.
  • 87'Substitution
    87th minute (France): K. Mbappe comes on to replace J. Mateta.
  • 90+4'GOAL! France (1-4)
    90+4th minute:D. Doue(France) scored (assist: B. Barcola). Score: 1 - 4.
  • KTFinal score: Norway 1-4 France
    The match ended with a score of 1-4.

Updated at 03:59 on June 27, 2026

The match between Norway and France, taking place at 2:00 AM on June 27, 2026, at Gillette Stadium, marks one of the most notable clashes in the World Cup group stage. This is a direct battle between two teams demonstrating absolute dominance, vying for the top spot in the group.

The positions of the two candidates

Currently, France is temporarily holding the top spot in the standings with 6 points after two matches. Right behind them, Norway is also showing formidable strength with the same 6 points and is ranked second. Both teams have already secured their place in the next round, but finishing first in the group will provide a huge psychological advantage as well as a more favorable bracket in the knockout stage.

Impressive form ahead of the big match.

Looking at the performance data, both Norway and France are maintaining a winning streak. Specifically, both teams have won their last two matches in this year's tournament. Having a winning streak not only demonstrates thorough tactical preparation but also affirms the players' composure in crucial moments.

In particular, this stability makes the clash at Gillette Stadium a true test of both teams' ambitions. France, as the league leaders, will strive to defend their position, while Norway has a great opportunity to prove they are capable of competing on equal footing with the world's top teams.

Expectations for a top-class match.

With both teams in good spirits and high form, fans can expect an open and exciting match. This is not only a battle of wits between the two coaching staffs but also a chance for star players to showcase their class and help their teams gain an advantage in the race for the top spot.

Regardless of the outcome, both Norway and France have proven why they are the most deserving contenders for the top two spots. This match will be a strong test of which team is truly more resilient before facing the tougher challenges in the knockout rounds.

Norway's recent form

  • June 23, 2026: Norway 3-2 Senegal (Winner)
  • June 17, 2026: Iraq 1-4 Norway (Winner)
  • 08/06/2026: Morocco 1-1 Norway (Draw)
  • June 2, 2026: Norway 3-1 Sweden (Winner)
  • March 31, 2026: Norway 0-0 Switzerland (Draw)

France's recent form

  • June 23, 2026: France 3-0 Iraq (Winner)
  • June 17, 2026: France 3-1 Senegal (Winner)
  • June 9, 2026: France 3-1 Northern Ireland (Winner)
  • 05/06/2026: France 1-2 Ivory Coast (Loss)
  • March 30, 2026: Colombia 1-3 France (Winner)

Rankings

TeamLocationPointform
France16WW
Norway26WW

Team form and statistics

Norway (Host)

Form in the last 5 matches:WW

Statistics for this season:

  • Matches played: 2
  • Wins: 2 (1 at home)
  • Draw: 0 (0 at home)
  • Losses: 0 (0 at home)

Goal:

  • Scored: 7 goals (Average: 3.5 goals/match)
  • Goals conceded: 3 (Average: 1.5 goals/match)

France (Guest)

Form in the last 5 matches:WW

Statistics for this season:

  • Matches played: 2
  • Wins: 2 (0 away)
  • Draw: 0 (0 away goals)
  • Losses: 0 (0 away games)

Goal:

  • Scored: 6 goals (Average: 3.0 goals/match)
  • Goals conceded: 1 goal (Average: 0.5 goals/match)

Force situation

Amsterdam:No injury information available.

France:No injury information available.

Predicted lineup

Predictions and odds

Predicted winner:France

Win or draw

Predicted odds:

  • Home team wins: 10%
  • Draw: 45%
  • Guest wins: 45%

Predicted number of goals:

  • Home team: -4.5 goals
  • Guests: -3.5 tables

Advice:Combo Double chance: draw or France and +1.5 goals

Team lineup updated at 01:29 on 27/06/2026

Official lineup

Norway

Diagram: 4-2-3-1

CoachStale Solbakken

Starting lineup:

  • 13. Egil Selvik (G)
  • 14. Fredrik Aursnes (D)
  • 25. Henrik Sælebakke Falchener (D)
  • 4. Leo Østigård (D)
  • 15. Fredrik André Bjørkan (D)
  • 18. Kristian Thorstvedt (M)
  • 6. Patrick Berg (M)
  • 22. Oscar Bobb (M)
  • 19. Thelo Aasgaard (M)
  • 21. Andreas Schjelderup (M)
  • 11. Jørgen Strand Larsen (F)

Substitutes:

  • 1. Ørjan Nyland
  • 12. Sanders Tangvik
  • 3. Kristoffer Ajer
  • 5. David Møller Wolfe
  • 17. Torbjørn Heggem
  • 24. Sondre Langås
  • 16. Marcus Pedersen
  • 2. Morten Thorsby
  • 8. Sanderson
  • 10. Martin Ødegaard
  • 26. Julian Ryerson
  • 23. Jens Petter Hauge
  • 7. Alexander Sørloth
  • 9. Erling Haaland
  • 20. Antonio Nusa

France

Diagram: 4-2-3-1

CoachDidier Deschamps

Starting lineup:

  • 16. Mike Maignan (G)
  • 5. Jules Koundé (D)
  • 4. Dayot Upamecano (D)
  • 26. Maxence Lacroix (D)
  • 19. According to Hernández (D)
  • 8. Aurélien Tchouaméni (M)
  • 6. Manu Koné (M)
  • 7. Ousmane Dembélé (M)
  • 11. Michael Olise (M)
  • 20. Désiré Doué (M)
  • 10. Kylian Mbappé (F)

Substitutes:

  • 1. Rice Samba
  • 23. Robin Riser
  • 2. Malo Gusto
  • 3. Lucas Digne
  • 15. Ibrahima Konaté
  • 17. William Saliba
  • 21. Lucas Hernández
  • 13. N'Golo Kanté
  • 14. Adrien Rabiot
  • 18. Warren Zaïre-Emery
  • 24. Rayan Cherki
  • 25. Maghnes Akliouche
  • 9. Marcus Thuram
  • 12. Bradley Barcola
  • 22. Jean-Philippe Mateta

Thanh Vinh