28 May 2026
World Cup 2026 Group I preview: teams, favourites & predictions
Group I of the 2026 World Cup lines up France, Senegal, Norway and Iraq. With the top two and the best third-placed teams advancing to the new Round of 32, there is room for surprises.
| Team | Confederation |
|---|---|
| France | UEFA (Europe) |
| Senegal | CAF (Africa) |
| Norway | UEFA (Europe) |
| Iraq | AFC (Asia) |
On paper, France look like the group favourites, with Senegal their closest challenger and Norway a possible dark horse. Make your own call on who finishes where in the predictor.
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