World Cup 2026 — Group I

World Cup 2026 Group I features two title contenders and two sides looking to cause chaos. France are among the tournament favorites — Ousmane Dembélé, Aurélien Tchouaméni, and William Saliba form the spine of a team built on Champions League-level talent throughout. Norway bring the most feared striker in the world. Erling Haaland plus Martin Ødegaard at Arsenal creates a partnership that, on their day, can beat anyone. Senegal, 2021 Africa Cup of Nations winners, have Ismaïla Sarr and Idrissa Gueye — a physically powerful team capable of beating either European side. Iraq make a historic appearance here, fighting for every point but facing an almost impossible draw. France vs Norway is the match of the group and could be a statement for both sides' tournament ambitions. Both should advance — but the order they finish could shape their entire knockout run.