The goals, minute by minute
- 7'Ousmane DembéléGoal · 0-1
- 20'Ousmane DembéléGoal · 0-2
- 21'Thelo AasgaardGoal · 1-2
- 32'Ousmane DembéléGoal · 1-3
- 90'+4'Désiré DouéGoal · 1-4
The preview
Written before the match. We've left it as it was, even where the game said otherwise.
Context
Norway (30th FIFA) vs France (3rd FIFA) · a possible clash for top spot.
Level of the teams
- Norway: with Erling Haaland (16 goals in qualifying) and Ødegaard, plenty of goals but a questionable defense.
- France: a luxury squad (Mbappé, Dembélé, Olise), group favorite and title contender.
Key factors
- France superior in pedigree, depth and game management.
- Norway relies on Haaland's finishing to level things.
- A direct match for top spot in the group: high voltage.
Prediction
Most likely result: 2-1 France (alternative: 1-1)
- Norway win: 25%
- Draw: 27%
- France win: 48%
Player to watch: Kylian Mbappé, can decide it at any moment.
Final verdict, Confidence: medium-high
France is the favorite on pedigree and depth, but Norway is always dangerous with Haaland. A narrow French win is the most likely scenario.