Closely matched: A statistical preview of Norway versus France ahead of their 2026 World Cup Group I matchday 3 tonight.
On 26 June 2026, the head-to-head statistics were revealed ahead of the clash between Norway and France in the headline match of the 2026 World Cup group stage final round, Group I. The game kicks off tonight at 02:00, early Saturday morning on 27 June, Thai time.
The two teams have met 15 times across all competitions, with France holding the upper hand by winning 7 matches, drawing 4, while Norway has won 4 times.
However, focusing on the last 5 encounters, the rivalry is extremely balanced: Norway and France each secured one win and drew three matches.
Before this game, both teams have 6 points. France leads Group I due to a superior goal difference (6 scored, 1 conceded), while Norway has scored more goals overall (7 scored, 3 conceded). This match will decide who advances to the round of 32 as group winner.
5 September 1989 (1990 World Cup qualifier): Norway 1-1 France
22 July 1995 (Friendly match): Norway 0-0 France
25 February 1998 (Friendly match): France 3-3 Norway
11 August 2010 (Friendly match): Norway 2-1 France
27 May 2014 (Friendly match): France 4-0 Norway
