Their Group at World Cup 2026
Norway: World Cup 2026 Fixtures
If Norway finish in the top two of Group I, or qualify as one of the eight best third-placed teams, their Round of 32 match takes place between 28 June and 4 July 2026 at a venue determined by their group finishing position.
Norway at World Cup 2026: Tournament Profile
Tournament Outlook
Norway arrive at their first World Cup in 24 years with the most devastating striker on the planet. Erling Haaland's qualification numbers, goals scored at a frequency that defies statistical precedent, make Norway impossible to ignore regardless of group composition. The question is whether their defensive structure can hold at the World Cup level long enough to turn his goals into wins.
Players to Watch
- Erling Haaland: generational goal-scorer capable of deciding any match.
- Martin Ødegaard: creative captain whose vision and leadership anchor the attack.
Path to the Final
Norway will need individual brilliance to win tight games against France and Senegal and earn a knockout berth.
World Cup History
Norway return for their fourth World Cup appearance, with their best previous showing a Round of 16 finish at France 1998.
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- Is Norway in the 2026 World Cup?
- Yes. Norway qualified for FIFA World Cup 2026 and are placed in Group I alongside France, Senegal, and Iraq. Their first match is on Tue, June 16, 2026.
- What group is Norway in at World Cup 2026?
- Norway are in Group I at FIFA World Cup 2026. Their group also contains France (FIFA #3), Senegal (FIFA #20), Iraq (FIFA #58).
- When does Norway play at World Cup 2026?
- Norway play three group-stage matches: Matchday 1: Tue, June 16, 2026 vs Iraq at Gillette · Boston. Matchday 2: Tue, June 23, 2026 vs Senegal at MetLife · NY/NJ. Matchday 3: Fri, June 26, 2026 vs France at Gillette · Boston. All times are UTC.
- What are Norway's World Cup 2026 fixtures?
- Norway's group-stage fixtures are: Matchday 1: Tue, June 16, 2026 vs Iraq at Gillette · Boston. Matchday 2: Tue, June 23, 2026 vs Senegal at MetLife · NY/NJ. Matchday 3: Fri, June 26, 2026 vs France at Gillette · Boston. Norway must finish in the top two of Group I to automatically advance to the Round of 32.
- How many times has Norway been to the World Cup?
- Norway are appearing at the World Cup for the 4th time in 2026. Their best World Cup result is: Round of 16 (1998).