The Norwegians And Les Bleus Have Already Qualified From Group I
Boston Stadium, USA | 2026 World Cup Group I | Friday, June 26 | 8pm BST
Ahead of what is one of the World Cup’s most eagerly anticipated group stage fixtures, BetVictor News delivers the in-depth Norway vs France preview – including the score prediction, overall H2H record, team news, latest odds, the best betting angles and more.
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Norway Vs France Preview
Erling Haaland vs Kylian Mbappe. Antonio Nusa vs Michael Olise. Martin Odegaard vs Ousmane Dembele. Football fans are certainly in for a treat on Friday night at the Boston Stadium. And although the Norway vs France odds favour Les Bleus, the outcome of this intriguing fixture will help shape a number of factors.
Viewed as many people’s most popular and likely World Cup dark horses, the Vikings will truly test themselves against one of the finest international sides in the world. But how far can they Scandinavians go?
As for Didier Deschamp’s side, this match will likely help shape their prospects of going all the way. Not only that, the Haaland vs Mbappe battle can go a long way in determining who is most likely in the World Cup top goalscorer odds market to eventually claim the Golden Boot.
Norway Vs France H2H Record
Both nations head into Friday’s match with two wins from two under their belts. However, France have the better overall H2H record against Norway. Les Bleus have won seven of the 15 previous meetings and have entertained four defeats.
Norway vs France H2H record (last ten):
- May 27, 2014: France 4-0 Norway (International Friendly)
- August 11, 2010: Norway 2-1 France (International Friendly)
- February 25, 1998: France 3-3 Norway (International Friendly)
- July 22, 1995: Norway 0-0 France (International Friendly)
- September 5, 1989: Norway 1-1 France (World Cup Qualifier)
- September 28, 1988: France 1-0 Norway (World Cup Qualifier)
- October 14, 1987: France 1-1 Norway (European Qualifier)
- June 16, 1987: Norway 2-0 France (European Qualifier)
- September 8, 1971: Norway 1-3 France (European Qualifier)
- November 11, 1970: France 3-1 Norway (European Qualifier)
- September 10, 1969: Norway 1-3 France (World Cup Qualifier)
Norway Vs France Team News
Julian Ryerson is set to miss out for Norway after suffering an injury against Senegal last time out. Marcus Pedersen is in line to replace the Borussia Dortmund star. Unsurprisingly, Erling Haaland will lead the attack for the Vikings.
As for France, they have a number of options to consider in the absence of Didier Deschamps. There will be a straight tussle between PSG duo Bradley Barcola and Desire Doue for a place in attack. Aurelien Tchouameni and Theo Hernandez may be given the night off with Manu Kone and Lucas Digne waiting in the wings.
Norway’s last six in all comps:
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France’s last six in all comps:
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Norway Vs France Predicted Lineups
Norway predicted lineup:
Nyland; Pedersen, Ajer, Lysaker Heggem, Wolfe; Berge, Aursnes, Odegaard; Sorloth, Haaland, Nusa
France predicted lineup:
Maignan; Kounde, Upamecano, Saliba; Digne; Tchouameni, Rabiot; Olise, Dembele, Doue; Mbappe
Norway Vs France TV Channel, Live Streaming And Radio
Norway vs France is available to watch live in the UK on ITV1 (kick-off 8pm). Streaming is also available on ITVX. Followers can also tune in via BBC Radio 5 Live.
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Norway Vs France Betting Angles
Key Match Stats
- Friday’s match will be the first World Cup finals clash between Norway and France
- Norway World Cup stats – The Vikings have progressed to the knockouts for the first time since the 1998 edition
- France World Cup stats – Les Bleus haven’t lost a World Cup match inside 90 minutes since the 1-0 quarter-final defeat to Germany in 2014
Top Betting Angles for Norway vs France
Over 3.5 goals: With Erling Haaland and Kylian Mbappe gunning for the Golden Boot, it’s worth considering. Online at 6/4.
BTTS (Yes): Similar to the above. Furthermore, eight of Norway’s last nine has seen both teams score. Same with France in six of their last seven. Available at 13/20.
Anytime goalscorers: Kylian Mbappe (20/21), Erling Haaland (11/8), Ousmane Dembele (8/5) and Alexander Sorloth (14/5) all offer value.
Norway Vs France Prediction
In Boston on Friday, Norway will be doing everything they can to demonstrate they can mix it with the big boys. As for France, they will need to guard against complacency. It promises to be an exciting, end-to-end encounter and we are going to sit on the fence and call an entertaining score draw.
Prediction: Norway 2-2 France (13/1)
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