Liam Duckstein
Norway and France meet in a World Cup 2026 group-stage fixture on 26 June 2026, with the head-to-head record between these two sides offering only a glimpse of what to expect. France arrive as the higher-ranked side at 2nd in the world, while Norway sit at 22nd — a gap in the FIFA rankings that sets the stage for one of the tournament’s more intriguing matchups.
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Head-to-Head Record
The direct head-to-head history between Norway and France is limited to just two recorded meetings, making it a slim sample on which to draw firm conclusions. Each side has won once, with no draws, and the 7 goals across both fixtures produce an average of 3.5 per meeting — a figure that hints at open encounters when these nations have crossed paths. France’s solitary win was emphatic, a 4-0 victory in 2014, while Norway’s came in a 2-1 home win back in 2010. Given the scarcity of meetings, recent form and tournament context carry far greater weight heading into the June 26 clash.
| Date | Match | Score | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 May 2014 | France vs Norway | 4-0 | 2014 |
| 11 Aug 2010 | Norway vs France | 2-1 | 2010 |
Norway: Recent Form
Norway head into this fixture in reasonable shape, posting a W-W-D-W-D-L sequence across their last six outings (most recent first). Their record of 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeat in that span yields 1.83 points per game, with 12 goals scored and 7 conceded — an average of 2.0 goals for and 1.17 against per match. Crucially, their World Cup campaign has started with momentum: a 3-2 win over Senegal on 23 June, following a 4-1 away victory against Iraq on 16 June and a 1-1 draw with Morocco on 8 June. Their sole clean sheet in this run underlines that the defence has been tested, but the attacking output — particularly in the tournament itself — is a clear positive. Norway failed to score in just one of their last six matches.
- 23 Jun 2026 (H) vs Senegal: 3-2 — W
- 16 Jun 2026 (A) vs Iraq: 4-1 — W
- 7 Jun 2026 (A) vs Morocco: 1-1 — D
- 1 Jun 2026 (H) vs Sweden: 3-1 — W
France: Recent Form
France have been in formidable touch, winning five of their last six matches with a W-W-W-L-W-W sequence and registering 2.5 points per game — the superior return of the two sides. They have scored 15 goals in that period against 6 conceded, averaging 2.5 goals per game going forward and exactly 1.0 against. Their World Cup group stage has been near-flawless: back-to-back wins over Iraq (3-0) and Senegal (3-1) followed a 3-1 victory against Northern Ireland, with only a surprise 1-2 defeat to Côte d’Ivoire on 4 June interrupting an otherwise dominant run. France have found the net in all six of their last six matches and kept 1 clean sheet in that stretch.
- 22 Jun 2026 (H) vs Iraq: 3-0 — W
- 16 Jun 2026 (H) vs Senegal: 3-1 — W
- 8 Jun 2026 (H) vs Northern Ireland: 3-1 — W
- 4 Jun 2026 (H) vs Côte d’Ivoire: 1-2 — L
Form and Record at a Glance
- Head-to-head (2 meetings): Norway 1 win, France 1 win, 0 draws — each side has taken one victory.
- Combined H2H goals: 7 goals across 2 matches, averaging 3.5 per meeting.
- Norway’s last 6: W3 D2 L1, 12 goals scored, 7 conceded, 1.83 ppg.
- France’s last 6: W5 D0 L1, 15 goals scored, 6 conceded, 2.50 ppg.
- Clean sheets (last 6): Norway 1, France 1 — both defences have been tested regularly.
- Failed to score (last 6): Norway once; France have scored in every one of their last six matches.
How Norway and France Compare
France hold a clear edge in recent form, averaging 2.5 goals per game across their last six compared to Norway’s 2.0, while also conceding less frequently at 1.0 per match against Norway’s 1.17. Norway’s form is far from poor — three wins in their last four competitive outings, including two goals-laden victories at the World Cup — but France’s consistency and scoring depth over the same period sets them apart on paper. Both sides have shown they can be breached, with just one clean sheet apiece in their last six, suggesting goals are a realistic prospect when they meet on 26 June.
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FAQ
What is the head-to-head record between Norway and France?
Across their two recorded meetings, Norway and France have each won once with no draws. France won 4-0 in May 2014, while Norway claimed a 2-1 home victory in August 2010.
When do Norway and France play at the World Cup 2026?
Norway vs France is scheduled for 26 June 2026 as part of the World Cup 2026 group stage.
What is Norway’s current form heading into the match?
Norway have won three, drawn two and lost one of their last six matches, scoring 12 goals and conceding 7 for a points-per-game average of 1.83. At the tournament itself they have won both group matches so far.
What is France’s current form heading into the match?
France have won five of their last six matches, scoring 15 goals and conceding 6, with a points-per-game average of 2.50. They have scored in every one of those six fixtures and won all three of their World Cup 2026 group games prior to this match.