Why isn’t Erling Haaland playing for Norway against France at the FIFA World Cup 2026?

Erling Haaland hasn’t started for Norway against France at the FIFA World Cup 2026.

The European sides are currently battling it out inside the Boston Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts, USA, with a spot at the top of Group I on the line.

Erling Haaland is being rested during France vs Norway

Erling Haaland has had a fantastic start to the FIFA World Cup 2026, scoring a total of four goals, bagging twice against Iraq and Senegal, respectively. However, despite this, he hasn’t started tonight.

Norway have already secured a spot in the Round of 32, meaning regardless of what happens this evening against France, Haaland will have another opportunity to increase his goal tally.

With that in mind, according to as, manager Ståle Solbakken made the decision to rest his star player.

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How to watch France vs Norway in FIFA World Cup 2026

While Haaland isn’t on the pitch at the moment, this match still promises to be a great one, especially with Ousmane Dembele scoring within just seven minutes.

With that in mind, fans around the world are tuning in to watch the action unfold.

And if you want to join them, here’s how to watch France vs Norway.

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