๐ŸŒ World Cup 2026 โ€” Group Stage

Group I

The world's number one team France face their toughest test in second place. Norway bring Haaland and Odegaard to their first World Cup since 1998 while Senegal are no pushovers as African champions.

Teams

France flagFrance
FIFA Ranking #1
Manager Didier Deschamps
View squad โ†’
Senegal flagSenegal
FIFA Ranking #14
Manager Pape Thiaw
Norway flagNorway
FIFA Ranking #29
Manager Stale Solbakken
View squad โ†’
Iraq flagIraq
FIFA Ranking #58
Manager Jesus Casas

Fixtures

June 16France vs IraqNRG Stadium, Houston
June 16Senegal vs NorwayGillette Stadium, Boston
June 20France vs SenegalNRG Stadium, Houston
June 21Norway vs IraqGillette Stadium, Boston
June 25France vs NorwayNRG Stadium, Houston
June 25Senegal vs IraqGillette Stadium, Boston

FootballPickr Qualification Prediction

Predictions based on FIFA rankings, squad strength, key players and tournament history. Updated before the tournament starts.

France flagFrancePredicted to qualify93%

Ranked 1st in the world, Mbappe at 27 leading the line, Deschamps' final tournament. Arguably the best squad at the entire tournament. Will top this group.

Norway flagNorwayPredicted to qualify71%

Haaland and Odegaard in the same team after 28 years away. Won all 8 qualifying games. Will be motivated beyond words. Senegal will push them hard.

Senegal flagSenegal67%

Ranked 14th, African champions, Mane still leads them. Physically powerful and technically gifted. The Group I second place battle is fascinating.

Iraq flagIraq9%

Making an emotional return to the World Cup. Facing France first is as tough as it gets but they will make the group memorable.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is in World Cup 2026 Group I?

Group I contains France, Senegal, Norway and Iraq. France are the world's number one ranked side and open against Iraq on June 16 at NRG Stadium in Houston.

Will France qualify from Group I at World Cup 2026?

France are overwhelming favourites to top Group I at 93% odds. With Mbappe leading the attack, Saliba at the back, and Deschamps' tactical experience, they are one of the favourites to win the entire tournament.

Will Erling Haaland play at World Cup 2026?

Yes, Erling Haaland will lead Norway at World Cup 2026 in Group I. It is Norway's first World Cup since 1998 and Haaland, paired with Martin Odegaard, makes them one of the most exciting teams in the tournament.

Who will win World Cup 2026 Group I?

France are predicted to win Group I. The second place battle between Norway and Senegal is extremely tight โ€” both nations have 67-71% odds and their direct clash on June 16 in Boston could define the group.

Explore More

All Groups โ†’World Cup 2026 Hub โ†’France Squad โ†’Norway Squad โ†’Full Schedule โ†’

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