Erling Haaland and the Norwegian national team now know the path they must take to reach the 2026 FIFA World Cup final. After the draw, the team’s group-stage opponents, match locations, and kick-off times have been confirmed, providing fans with the full picture of Norway’s journey in the upcoming tournament.
2026 World Cup: Key Dates and Viewing Information
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will take place from June 11 to July 19, 2026. The tournament, which will be hosted across three countries — the United States, Canada, and Mexico — will conclude with the grand final on July 19 at the New York New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Fans can follow all the action on the FOX family of networks and the FOX Sports app, which will provide live broadcasts, highlights, commentary, and full-match replays throughout the event.
Norway’s Group and Opponents
Norway has been placed in Group I for the 2026 World Cup, where they will face off against some tough competitors. Their group-stage opponents are:
Senegal
France
Iraq
Each match will be crucial for Norway as they aim to secure a spot in the knockout rounds of the tournament.
Norway’s 2026 World Cup Group-Stage Schedule
Here are the details of Norway's group-stage matches at the 2026 World Cup:
June 16: Norway vs. Iraq at Boston Stadium, Foxborough, Massachusetts — Kick-off at 6 p.m. ET
June 22: Norway vs. Senegal at New York New Jersey Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey — Kick-off at 8 p.m. ET
June 26: Norway vs. France at Boston Stadium, Foxborough, Massachusetts — Kick-off at 3 p.m. ET
These fixtures will determine Norway’s chances to advance further into the tournament, with each match promising to be an exciting showdown.
