France open their 2026 World Cup against Senegal on June 16, the start of a Group I that also features Iraq and Norway. Here is France’s full schedule, how to watch every match, and what to know about the group.
France at the 2026 World Cup
France arrive as the 2022 runners-up and two-time champions, drawn in Group I with Senegal, Iraq, and Norway. Coached by Didier Deschamps and led by Kylian Mbappe, Les Bleus open in the New York area before stops in Philadelphia and Boston. The group closes with a France against Norway match that could decide the top spot, pitting Mbappe against Erling Haaland. For the official squad and team news, see the official FIFA World Cup site.
France 2026 World Cup Schedule
France play in the New York area, Philadelphia, and Boston in the group stage. All times are Eastern.
| Date | Match | Venue | Time (ET) | TV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, June 16 | France vs Senegal | MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, NJ | 3:00 PM | FOX / Telemundo |
| Mon, June 22 | France vs Iraq | Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia, PA | 5:00 PM | FS1 / Telemundo |
| Fri, June 26 | France vs Norway | Gillette Stadium, Foxborough, MA | 3:00 PM | FS1 / Telemundo |
Want it on paper? Grab a printable World Cup schedule in your time zone, or the Eastern Time and Pacific Time versions.
How to Watch France vs Senegal
France vs Senegal kicks off Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET from MetLife Stadium in the New York area. In English, the match is on FOX, with streaming on the FOX Sports app and FOX One. In Spanish, it is on Telemundo. Every World Cup match airs across FOX and FS1, and select games stream free on Tubi.
More 2026 World Cup Resources
- 2026 France World Cup Schedule and Printable
- 2026 France World Cup Roster
- 2026 FIFA World Cup Hub: Groups, Bracket, and Schedule
- 2026 World Cup Bracket With Groups Filled In (Printable PDF)
- 2026 FIFA World Cup Standings
France 2026 World Cup FAQ
What group is France in at the 2026 World Cup?
France are in Group I with Senegal, Iraq, and Norway.
When is France’s first 2026 World Cup game?
Tuesday, June 16, 2026, against Senegal at MetLife Stadium in the New York area, at 3:00 PM ET.
What channel is France vs Senegal on?
FOX in English and Telemundo in Spanish, with streaming on the FOX Sports app and FOX One.
How many World Cups has France won?
Two, in 1998 and 2018. France were also the runners-up in 2022.
