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What's at stake in Group I, including spot in knockout round at Dallas Stadium
By Charles Nichelson, John Marshall | The Associated Press and Sanjesh Singh at NBC 5 DFW (KXAS) Local
· June 26, 2026
· 2 min read
France and Norway have qualified for the knockout phase; it’s just a matter of who finishes first in Group I. If France wins or draws, they’re headed to New York for the Round of 32. Norway needs a win. The team that finishes second will play Côte d’Ivoire on Tuesday, June 30, at noon at Dallas S...
Key takeaway If France wins or draws, they’re headed to New York for the Round of 32.
Why this matters in Southlake News
The matchup between France and Norway at Dallas Stadium has significant implications for local soccer fans, as the winner will determine the next steps for the teams in the tournament. With Norway needing a win to advance, their star striker Erling Haaland will be under pressure to perform, and a victory would be a historic achievement for the Norwegian team. For Southlake residents, the opportunity to see top-tier soccer players like Haaland and France's Kylian Mbappe in action is a rare treat, and the June 30 matchup between the second-place team in Group I and Côte d'Ivoire at Dallas Stadium will be a highly anticipated event. The fact that the games are scheduled for 2 p.m. CST also makes them accessible to a wider audience, including families and fans who may not be able to attend evening games.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 DFW (KXAS) Local ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? France and Norway have qualified for the knockout phase; it’s just a matter of who finishes first in Group I. If France wins or draws, they’re headed to New York for the Round of 32. Norway needs a win. The team that finishes second will play Côte d’Ivoire on Tuesday, June 30, at noon at Dallas S...
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