Norway HubNorway advances in the FIFA World Cup 2026 after beating Senegal 3-2. The team now moves on to the round of 16, where they can face France or Ivory Coast.
What happens now?
Norway faces France in the next match, which is played on Friday at 21:00. The outcome of this match can change Norway's path in the tournament.
Who will Norway face in the round of 16?
If Norway beats France, they will face one of the teams that finish third in either group. This could be Ivory Coast, which currently looks like it will finish second in group E.
Norway's chances
According to NRK, there is a 58 percent chance that Norway will face Ivory Coast. The team is considered a weaker opponent than Senegal, which Norway beat 3-2 on Tuesday.
| Match | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Norway - France | 2026-06-26 | 21:00 |
| Norway - Ivory Coast | 2026-06-30 | 19:00 or 23:00 |
Norway has a good chance to advance in the tournament, but first, they must beat France. Last result: Netherlands 2-1 Norway (2026-03-27). Recent form (last 3): 1W-1D-1L. Next fixture: vs France (at home, 2026-06-26).
