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France vs Norway — FIFA World Cup 2026
France
FRA
VS
Norway
NOR
June 13, 2026
13:00 ET
Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, USA
Capacity: 71,000
France arrive at the 2026 FIFA World Cup with 16 previous appearances, their best result being Winners (1998, 2018). Norway have 3 appearances on football's biggest stage, with a best finish of Group stage (1938, 1994, 1998). Both sides qualified via UEFA Group D winners and UEFA Group G winners respectively. France and Norway both belong to Union of European Football Associations, meaning they have competed within the same continental structure — though World Cup group stage draws make this fixture unpredictable.
Expected Lineups & Formation
Projected starting XIs, tactical shapes, and squad depth for France vs Norway.
Tactical Formation Diagram
Hover or tap an expected starter to open the full player profile and compare both tactical systems.
France 4-3-3 4-3-3 Norway
1 Mike Maignan 
2 Benjamin Pavard 
4 Dayot Upamecano 
5 William Saliba 
3 Theo Hernández 
6 N'Golo Kanté 
8 Aurélien Tchouaméni 
10 Kylian Mbappé 
7 Antoine Griezmann 
9 Marcus Thuram 
11 Ousmane Dembélé 
1 Ørjan Nyland 
2 Marcus Holmgren Pedersen 
4 Leo Østigård 
5 Stian Gregersen 
3 Birger Meling 
6 Sander Berge 
8 Fredrik Aursnes 
10 Martin Ødegaard 
7 Jens Petter Hauge 
9 Erling Haaland 
11 Alexander Sørloth France (4-3-3)
Norway (4-3-3)
France
4-3-3 · Coach: Didier Deschamps · Squad Profile →
Substitutes Bench
Norway
4-3-3 · Coach: Ståle Solbakken · Squad Profile →
Substitutes Bench
France vs Norway — Historic Context & Meeting Record
World Cup pedigree, confederation background, and what this fixture means for both nations.
France lead the all-time series 7-4-5 across 16 senior international meetings.
| Date | Competition | Venue | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Jun 1922 | Friendly | Kristiania, Norway | Norway 7–0 France |
| 28 Oct 1923 | Friendly | Paris, France | France 0–2 Norway |
| 11 Nov 1964 | FIFA World Cup qualification | Paris, France | France 1–0 Norway |
| 15 Sept 1965 | FIFA World Cup qualification | Oslo, Norway | Norway 0–1 France |
| 6 Nov 1968 | FIFA World Cup qualification | Strasbourg, France | France 0–1 Norway |
| 10 Sept 1969 | FIFA World Cup qualification | Oslo, Norway | Norway 1–3 France |
| 11 Nov 1970 | UEFA Euro qualification | Lyon, France | France 3–1 Norway |
| 8 Sept 1971 | UEFA Euro qualification | Oslo, Norway | Norway 1–3 France |
| 16 Jun 1987 | UEFA Euro qualification | Oslo, Norway | Norway 2–0 France |
| 14 Oct 1987 | UEFA Euro qualification | Paris, France | France 1–1 Norway |
| 28 Sept 1988 | FIFA World Cup qualification | Paris, France | France 1–0 Norway |
| 5 Sept 1989 | FIFA World Cup qualification | Oslo, Norway | Norway 1–1 France |
| 22 Jul 1995 | Friendly | Oslo, Norway | Norway 0–0 France |
| 25 Feb 1998 | Friendly | Marseille, France | France 3–3 Norway |
| 11 Aug 2010 | Friendly | Oslo, Norway | Norway 2–1 France |
| 27 May 2014 | Friendly | Saint-Denis, France | France 4–0 Norway |
France
ConfederationUnion of European Football Associations
World Cup Apps16
Best ResultWinners (1998, 2018)
QualificationUEFA Group D winners
Norway
ConfederationUnion of European Football Associations
World Cup Apps3
Best ResultGroup stage (1938, 1994, 1998)
QualificationUEFA Group G winners
📍 Venue Fact Sheet — Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Opened2017
SurfaceFieldTurf Revolution
Capacity71,000
ArchitectHOK Sport
WC 2026 Matches5
Notable EventsSuper Bowl LIII (2019), MLS Cup finals
Notable Matches at This Venue
| Year | Competition | Teams | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Super Bowl LIII | New England Patriots vs LA Rams | New England 13–3 LA Rams |
| 2018 | MLS Cup | Atlanta United vs Portland Timbers | Atlanta United 2–0 Portland |
| 2026 | FIFA World Cup | 5 matches scheduled | TBC |
Team Form & Recent Outings
How France and Norway arrive at the World Cup based on their last five competitive fixtures.
France
DWWWW
4W 1D 0L · 14 GF · 5 GA · 1 CS
Verified data — source: martj42/international_results (results.csv) · updated 2026-03-29
W 3-1
29 Mar 2026 · Friendly · vs Colombia (N)
W 2-1
26 Mar 2026 · Friendly · vs Brazil (N)
W 3-1
16 Nov 2025 · FIFA World Cup qualification · vs Azerbaijan (A)
W 4-0
13 Nov 2025 · FIFA World Cup qualification · vs Ukraine (H)
D 2-2
13 Oct 2025 · FIFA World Cup qualification · vs Iceland (A)
Norway
DWWLD
2W 2D 1L · 10 GF · 5 GA · 1 CS
Verified data — source: martj42/international_results (results.csv) · updated 2026-03-31
D 0-0
31 Mar 2026 · Friendly · vs Switzerland (H)
L 1-2
27 Mar 2026 · Friendly · vs Netherlands (A)
W 4-1
16 Nov 2025 · FIFA World Cup qualification · vs Italy (A)
W 4-1
13 Nov 2025 · FIFA World Cup qualification · vs Estonia (H)
D 1-1
14 Oct 2025 · Friendly · vs New Zealand (H)
Key Players to Watch
Six individuals who could decide the outcome of France vs Norway at the FIFA World Cup 2026.
France
Player to Watch
Kylian Mbappé
89 caps · 4 goals
Captain — 87 caps of experience
A mainstay of the France national team with over 23 caps, Kylian Mbappé brings leadership and technical quality. Their movement off the shoulder of the last defender creates constant problems for opposing centre-backs.
Marcus Thuram
89 caps · 4 goals
Captain — 87 caps of experience
A mainstay of the France national team with over 23 caps, Marcus Thuram brings leadership and technical quality. Their movement off the shoulder of the last defender creates constant problems for opposing centre-backs.
Randal Kolo Muani
51 caps · 16 goals
Leads squad in chances created
Randal Kolo Muani is enjoying a career-best season at PSG, translating club form into international impact. Didier Deschamps relies heavily on their creativity in the final third to maintain France's competitive edge.
Norway
Player to Watch
Erling Haaland
12 caps · 7 goals
Fastest player in squad (35.2 km/h)
Erling Haaland is enjoying a career-best season at Man City, translating club form into international impact. Ståle Solbakken relies heavily on their creativity in the final third to maintain Norway's competitive edge.
Alexander Sørloth
51 caps · 16 goals
Leads squad in chances created
Alexander Sørloth is enjoying a career-best season at Atlético Madrid, translating club form into international impact. Ståle Solbakken relies heavily on their creativity in the final third to maintain Norway's competitive edge.
Martin Ødegaard
25 caps · 10 goals
Aerial duel winner — 68% success rate
Martin Ødegaard has been instrumental in Norway's qualifying campaign, delivering clutch performances in high-pressure away fixtures. Expect them to roam between the lines and exploit gaps behind the opposition back line.
Tactical Analysis
A deep dive into how Didier Deschamps and Ståle Solbakken will set their sides up tactically for this FIFA World Cup 2026 group stage clash.
France — 4-3-3
System Overview
A balanced system with width from full-backs and a single pivot shielding the back four.
Attacking Patterns
France's set-piece threat is significant — they scored 12 goals from corners and free-kicks in qualifying.
Defensive Shape
Norway uses a high press triggered by opposition goalkeeper touches, forcing long clearances.
Norway — 4-3-3
System Overview
A balanced system with width from full-backs and a single pivot shielding the back four.
Attacking Patterns
France favours quick transitions within 5 seconds of winning possession — a direct counter-attacking style.
Defensive Shape
Norway uses a high press triggered by opposition goalkeeper touches, forcing long clearances.
Key Tactical Battle to Watch
The decisive tactical battle will be France's three-man defence against Norway's wing-back system. If Didier Deschamps can neutralise Norway's primary creator in central zones, France should control the tempo.
Match Prediction & AI Forecast
Data-driven outlook for France vs Norway based on squad depth, recent form, and historical head-to-head trends.
AI Forecast
FavouriteNorway
Confidence68%
Likely Scorelines1-2 · 0-1 · 1-3
Factors for France
- Norway enter with superior recent form and tactical cohesion
- Norway's pressing intensity could exploit France's transitional vulnerabilities
Factors for Norway
- France will enjoy vocal home support at France's home continent
- France have historically raised performance levels in World Cup openers
This forecast is generated by an editorial AI model using squad-depth heuristics and confederation strength indices. It is not a betting tip.
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Tickets & Pricing
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Frequently Asked Questions — France vs Norway
Who is playing in France vs Norway at the FIFA World Cup 2026?
France face Norway on June 13, 2026 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. The match features France's 4-3-3 system under head coach Didier Deschamps against Norway's 4-3-3 shape managed by Ståle Solbakken.
What time does France vs Norway kick off?
Kick-off is scheduled for the local match time shown above. Check your local broadcaster for timezone conversion. FIFA recommends arriving at the stadium at least 90 minutes before kick-off.
Where is France vs Norway being played?
The match takes place at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, USA. The stadium has a capacity of 71,000 spectators.
How to buy FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets for France vs Norway?
Tickets are available through the official FIFA Ticketing portal at fifa.com/tickets. Categories range from $60 (Category 3) to $450+ (Hospitality). Create a FIFA ID and select your preferred seating tier during the sales phase.
What formation will France and Norway use?
France typically line up in a 4-3-3 formation under Didier Deschamps, while Norway favour a 4-3-3 system with Ståle Solbakken. Expected lineups are listed in the team sheets above.
Who are the key players to watch in France vs Norway?
For France, watch Mike Maignan in attack. For Norway, Ørjan Nyland leads the line. Both teams rely on experienced midfield engines to control tempo.
What TV channel is broadcasting France vs Norway?
Broadcast rights for the FIFA World Cup 2026 are held by Fox Sports (USA), TelevisaUnivision (Mexico), TSN (Canada), BBC/ITV (UK), ARD/ZDF (Germany), and beIN Sports (Middle East). Check your local listings for the exact channel in your territory.
Has France ever reached the World Cup knockout stage?
France have reached the knockout rounds in multiple tournaments, with their best ever finish being Winners (1998, 2018).
Has Norway ever reached the World Cup knockout stage?
Norway have reached the knockout rounds in some tournaments, with their best ever finish being Group stage (1938, 1994, 1998).
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