🇫🇷 France at the 2026 World Cup
Group I · FIFA World Cup 2026
France compete in Group I of the FIFA World Cup 2026, playing matches in New York/New Jersey, Philadelphia, and Boston. Les Bleus are 2-time World Cup champions (1998, 2018) and 2022 finalists, arriving as one of the pre-tournament favourites alongside Group I opponents Senegal, Norway, and Iraq.
Group I Match Schedule
- June 16: vs Senegal, MetLife Stadium New York. 15:00 ET (21:00, Paris)
- June 22: vs Iraq, Lincoln Financial Field Philadelphia. 17:00 ET (23:00, Paris)
- June 26: vs Norway, Gillette Stadium Boston. 15:00 ET (21:00, Paris)
Viewing from France
Two prime-time slots out of three is an excellent viewing schedule. The France-Senegal opener at 21:00 Paris time carries deep cultural and football weight between two nations with extensive historic connections. Many Senegalese players compete in Ligue 1, and the match will be among the most-watched fixtures of the entire group stage in France. The North American edition offers similar or better conditions for Paris viewers compared to Qatar 2022, with East Coast afternoon kickoffs translating cleanly to French evenings.
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Matches
Group I
| P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🇫🇷 France | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 🇮🇶 Iraq | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 🇳🇴 Norway | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 🇸🇳 Senegal | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
When does France play their first 2026 World Cup match?
France kick off their 2026 World Cup campaign on 2026-06-16 against Senegal at MetLife Stadium, New York/New Jersey.
What group is France in at the 2026 World Cup?
France are in Group I alongside Iraq, Norway, Senegal.
Where do France play their group stage matches?
France's group stage matches are spread across New York/New Jersey, Philadelphia, Boston.
How many matches do France play in the group stage?
France play 3 group stage matches at the 2026 World Cup, running from 2026-06-16 to 2026-06-26.