France player ratings vs Norway: Ousmane Dembele runs riot! Hat-trick heroics see Les Bleus top World Cup group as Kylian Mbappe turns provider
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France secured a 4-1 victory over Norway in a World Cup group stage match, highlighted by a hat-trick from Ousmane Dembele. Norway's decision to bench key players like Erling Haaland contributed to their defensive struggles.
Why it matters
This match highlights the tactical depth of the French squad and the impact of rotation strategies in major international tournaments.
Ousmane Dembele netted a sublime 32-minute hat-trick to blow Norway away and ensure France secured top spot in World Cup Group I with a 4-1 victory on Friday. The damage was done in the first half as the Ballon d'Or holder ran riot, ably assisted by Kylian Mbappe.
Objective sports journalism providing a play-by-play account of the match.
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