Norway are back at the FIFA World Cup for the first time since 1998, and Erling Haaland is the story. After topping their UEFA qualifying group with a perfect record, Norway arrive at the 2026 World Cup as one of the most closely watched teams in the field. Here is where their campaign stands, who they play, and when Haaland and Norway are on the field.
Norway’s 2026 World Cup Status
Knockouts: Norway advanced to the Quarterfinals and face England on Saturday, July 11, 2026 (5:00 PM ET). See the full 2026 World Cup knockout bracket.
Norway are into the 2026 World Cup quarterfinals for the first time in their history. Erling Haaland scored twice late to beat five-time champions Brazil 2-1 in the Round of 16 on July 5, and Norway now face England on Saturday, July 11 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens (5:00 PM ET). It is the deepest run Norway has ever made at a World Cup, going past the Round of 16 exit of 1998.
Follow the full 2026 World Cup knockout bracket to see Norway’s possible path to the final, or track live results on the official FIFA World Cup site. Norway reached the finals by winning UEFA qualifying Group I without dropping a point, scoring 37 goals and conceding only five while beating Italy twice. Haaland led all of UEFA qualifying with 16 goals.
Norway’s 2026 World Cup Group and Schedule
Norway were drawn in Group I with France, Senegal, and Iraq. They won their first two games to reach the knockout rounds, then advanced past Ivory Coast and Brazil. Here is every Norway match with the result.
| Date (ET) | Match | Result | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Jun 16 | Norway vs Iraq | W 4-1 | Gillette Stadium, Foxborough |
| Mon, Jun 22 | Norway vs Senegal | W 3-2 | MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford |
| Fri, Jun 26 | Norway vs France | L 1-4 | Gillette Stadium, Foxborough |
| Tue, Jun 30 | Round of 32: Norway vs Ivory Coast | W 2-1 | AT&T Stadium, Arlington |
| Sun, Jul 5 | Round of 16: Norway vs Brazil | W 2-1 | MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford |
| Sat, Jul 11 | Quarterfinal: Norway vs England | 5:00 PM ET | Hard Rock Stadium, Miami |
Want a copy to keep? Grab the full printable Norway 2026 World Cup schedule with dates, venues, and kickoff times.
Erling Haaland’s 2026 World Cup
Haaland is the story of Norway’s run. In his first World Cup he has delivered in the biggest moments, tapping in the late winner against Ivory Coast in the Round of 32 and then scoring twice to knock out Brazil in the Round of 16. Alongside captain Martin Odegaard, he has carried Norway to the last eight, and a quarterfinal against England on July 11 is the next stage on which he could add to his tally.
More 2026 World Cup Resources
- 2026 Norway World Cup Schedule and Printable PDF
- Official 26-Man 2026 Norway World Cup Roster and Printable PDF
- 2026 FIFA World Cup Hub
- 2026 FIFA World Cup Standings
Norway 2026 World Cup FAQ
What group is Norway in at the 2026 World Cup?
Norway are in Group I with France, Senegal, and Iraq.
When is Norway’s first 2026 World Cup game?
Tuesday, June 16, 2026, against Iraq at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts, at 6:00 PM ET.
How did Norway qualify for the 2026 World Cup?
Norway won UEFA qualifying Group I with a perfect record, finishing ahead of Italy. It is their first World Cup since 1998.
