Group I — Football World Cup 2026: Teams, TV & Streaming
Group I at the Football World Cup 2026 is done: France won the group, Norway advanced second. Watch all six matches on FOX, FS1, and Telemundo in the US.
Exclusive English-language broadcaster of the 2026 World Cup in the United States. 70 matches air free over the air on the FOX broadcast network, 34 air on FS1 with a cable subscription. Streaming on the FOX Sports app and FOX One requires TV-provider sign-in for most matches.
Exclusive Spanish-language broadcaster of the 2026 World Cup in the United States. 92 of the 104 matches air free over the air on the Telemundo broadcast network; 12 air on Universo with a cable subscription. The two opening matches also stream free in Spanish on the Telemundo app.
NBCUniversal's streaming service and the only place to stream all 104 matches of the 2026 World Cup live in Spanish. The two opening matches are also available on the free Peacock Select tier. Streams in Dolby Atmos with multiview, live picks, and catch-up highlights.
Group I of the Football World Cup 2026 is complete. France, Norway, Senegal, and Iraq contested six matches across four venues in the northeastern United States and Toronto, Canada from to . France won the group with 9 points, winning all three matches. Norway advanced in second place with 6 points. Senegal finished third with 3 points and qualified as one of the eight best third-placed teams; they face Belgium in the Round of 32. Iraq were eliminated in fourth place with 0 points.
Which teams are in Group I?
Group I was contested by France and Norway (both UEFA), Senegal (CAF), and Iraq (AFC) — four teams drawn from three confederations, making it one of the groups with the most geographically concentrated European representation in the tournament. Browse the full squad list on the teams page.
What is the Group I match schedule?
All six Group I matches, with US viewing dates and kickoff times:
Each team in Group I played the other three once, earning three points for a win, one for a draw, and none for a loss. The final standings were: France 9 pts (GD +8) in first; Norway 6 pts (GD +1) in second; Senegal 3 pts (GD +2) in third; Iraq 0 pts (GD −11) in fourth. France and Norway advanced automatically to the round of 32. In the knockout stage, Norway (2nd in Group I) face Ivory Coast in the round of 32. France (group winners) face Sweden in the round of 32. Senegal finished third and qualified as one of the eight best third-placed teams; they face Belgium in the round of 32. Iraq were eliminated. See all group standings via the groups hub.
Where can I watch Group I in the US?
In the United States, all Group I matches were available in English on FOX and FS1. FOX is free over the air; FS1 requires a cable or live-TV streaming subscription. Spanish-language coverage was on Telemundo (free over the air for 92 of the 104 total matches) and Universo (cable, 12 matches). All 104 World Cup 2026 matches are available in Spanish on Peacock for subscribers. Click any match link above for the specific channel for that fixture.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which teams were in Group I of the World Cup 2026?
Group I featured four teams from three confederations: France and Norway (both UEFA, Europe), Senegal (CAF, Africa), and Iraq (AFC, Asia). It was one of the few groups in the tournament where two European sides were drawn together alongside teams from Africa and Asia.
When did Group I play at the Football World Cup 2026?
Group I ran from to . The opening two matches were played on June 16, two more on June 22–23, and the decisive final round of simultaneous fixtures concluded on June 26. Matches were played at venues in East Rutherford NJ, Foxborough MA, Philadelphia PA, and Toronto, Canada.
Who advanced from Group I at the Football World Cup 2026?
France and Norway advanced from Group I. France won all three matches to finish first with 9 points and a goal difference of +8. Norway finished second with 6 points and a goal difference of +1. Senegal finished third with 3 points and qualified as one of the eight best third-placed teams. Iraq were eliminated in fourth place with 0 points.
What channel was Group I World Cup 2026 on in the US?
Group I matches aired in English on FOX or FS1, depending on the match. Spanish-language coverage was on Telemundo (free over the air) or Universo (cable), with all matches available to stream in Spanish on Peacock. Check the individual match pages for per-match channel assignments.
Can I watch Group I World Cup 2026 for free in the US?
Spanish-language coverage of every Group I match was free over the air on Telemundo. English coverage aired on FOX (free OTA) or FS1 (cable subscription required) depending on the match. The two free Tubi streams confirmed for 2026 are the June 11 opening match and USA vs Paraguay on June 12 — neither is a Group I fixture.
Where were Group I matches played?
Group I matches were split across four venues in two countries: MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ (NY metro), Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, MA (Boston area), Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, PA, and BMO Field in Toronto, Canada. All four venues observe Eastern time during the tournament.