🇳🇴Norway

Norway compete in Group I at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, opening against Iraq on 16 June at Gillette Stadium.

Group IUEFA4 WC appearancesBest: Round of 16Coach: Ståle Solbakken

World Cup history

This is Norway's 4th appearance at the FIFA World Cups since 1938, with a best finish of round of 16.

Road to 2026

In UEFA qualifying, Norway finished 1st in Group I with 24 points from 8 games (8W 0D 0L), scoring 37 and conceding 5.

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Group fixtures

  • vs Iraq16 Jun · Gillette Stadium
  • vs Senegal23 Jun · MetLife Stadium
  • vs France26 Jun · Gillette Stadium

Group I

Frequently asked

What group are Norway in at the 2026 World Cup?

Norway are in Group I, alongside France, Iraq and Senegal.

When is Norway's first match at the 2026 World Cup?

Norway open their campaign against Iraq on 16 June at Gillette Stadium.

How did Norway qualify for the 2026 World Cup?

In UEFA qualifying, Norway finished 1st in Group I with 24 points from 8 games (8W 0D 0L), scoring 37 and conceding 5.

What is Norway's best World Cup result?

Norway's best finish at a FIFA World Cup is round of 16.

Squad

26-player provisional squad