FIFA World Cup | Dembele hat-trick helps France beat second-string Norway 4-1 to top group
France defeated Norway 4-1 in a FIFA World Cup group stage match, led by a hat-trick from Ousmane Dembele. Despite Norway resting most of their starters, France secured the top spot in Group I and will advance to the Round of 32.
Why it matters
This result determines the bracket positioning for the World Cup knockout stages, significantly impacting the tournament path for both France and Norway.
France striker Ousmane Dembele scored a first-half hat-trick to guide his already-qualified team to a 4-1 win over second-string Norway on Friday (June 26, 2026) and finish top of World Cup Group I.
The article is a straightforward sports report detailing match statistics and tournament outcomes.
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