France beat Norway to match perfect World Cup record

ByKehinde-Hassan Afolabi

Ousmane Dembélé’s first-half hat-trick propelled France to a commanding 4-1 victory over Norway, securing a perfect group-stage record for the first time since their 1998 World Cup triumph.

France emphatically clinched the top spot in Group I after dismantling Norway 4-1 at Boston Stadium to maintain a perfect group-stage record.

This flawless start marks the first time since their historic 1998 World Cup triumph that Les Bleus have won all three opening matches. A spectacular first-half hat-trick from Ousmane Dembélé set the tone for Didier Deschamps’ dominant side.

Following earlier victories over Senegal and Iraq, Paris Saint-Germain prodigy Désiré Doué sealed the comprehensive win late on.

Erling Haaland was surprisingly benched as the heavily rotated Norwegians struggled to cope with France’s blistering attacking fluidity.

Moving forward into the Round of 32 in New York, the clinical Europeans firmly establish themselves as tournament favorites, mirroring their legendary championship run.

Kehinde-Hassan Afolabi is a football journalist whose deep tactical understanding of the game makes him a standout, captivating audiences across print, audio, and video. His poetic background brings a unique rhythm and depth to his work, seamlessly transforming analysis into artistry. With a knack for narration and research, he captures the drama of the game beyond tactics and statistics, making each piece of his; a compelling blend of insight and storytelling.

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