Norway vs France Prediction 6/26/2026 Group I Picks

In this article we will formulate a Norway vs France prediction for this World Cup game on Friday, June 26th at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this World Cup matchup.

Norway Betting Preview

Norway comes into this match after they defeated Senegal by a score of 3-2 in their last game. Norway led 1-0 at halftime and 3-1 in the 58th minute, but they allowed a late goal and barely hung on for the win. Norway recorded 13 total shots, seven shots on target, and had 42% of the possession in the game. Norway got goals from Haaland (2) and Pedersen, while Haaland had three shots on target and Nyland made two saves in net. 

Norway started the World Cup after they defeated Iraq by a score of 4-1 in their first game. Norway took a 2-1 lead in the 43rd minute and they added goals in the 76th minute and sixth minute of stoppage time for the win. Norway recorded 12 total shots, five shots on target, and had 61% of the possession in the game. Norway got goals from Haaland (2) and Ostigard, while Haaland had four shots on target and Nyland did not make a save in net. 

France Betting Preview

France comes into this game after they defeated Iraq by a score of 3-0 in their second match. France led 1-0 at halftime and they added goals in the 54th and 66th minute to seal the victory. France recorded 19 total shots, five shots on target, and had 56% of the possession in the game. France got goals from Mbappe (2) and Dembele, while Mbappe had three shots on target and Maignan didn’t need to make any saves in goal. 

France started this tournament with a win over Senegal by a score of 3-1 in their first game. France was tied at zero at the half, but they scored three goals in the second half to collect three points. France recorded 11 total shots, eight shots on target, and had 53% of the possession. France got goals from Mbappe (2) and Barcola, while Mbappe had four shots on target and Maignan made two saves in goal. 

Norway vs France Prediction

Both of these teams have already advanced to the next round, but the winner of this game will win the group. Norway has seen five goals in each of their first two games, while France has seen seven goals total through two games. I really like how both teams attack, but I am curious to see if either team decides to rest some players for the next round. I do think Norway is good enough to push France in this game, especially with Haaland leading the attack, so I will take Norway +1 here.

David Racey's Pick: Norway +1