FIFA World Cup 2026
Norway at the FIFA World Cup 2026
Overview
Norway is a long Scandinavian constitutional monarchy on the North Atlantic, sparsely populated outside its fjord‑indented coast, Norwegian‑speaking with Oslo as its capital, extensive oil and gas wealth and Arctic territories reaching Svalbard.
Norway have never lifted the trophy, but their best run is as regular World Cup round-of-16 participants (1998) across 3 World Cup appearances. At the World Cup, Kjetil Rekdal features prominently in the scoring charts for Norway with 2 goals. All-time, Jørgen Juve leads Norway's senior men's scoring list with 33 goals.
At World Cup 2026, Norway line up in Group I as UEFA representatives from Europe. Group-stage fixtures against France, Senegal and Iraq open a competitive first-round schedule.
Quick facts
- Capital
- Oslo
- Continent
- Europe
- Federation
- UEFA (Europe)
- Group
- I
- FIFA ranking (Nov 2025)
- #29
- World Cup titles
- 0
Geography
- Founded / established
- 1905
- Population
- 5,569,000
- Languages
- Norwegian (official)
- Currency
- Norwegian krone (NOK)
- Area
- 385,207 km²
- Highest point
- Galdhøpiggen (2,469 m)
- Climate
- Oceanic and subarctic; heavy coastal precipitation
- Land borders
- Finland, Russia, Sweden
Football facts
- Appearances
- 3
- Best result
- Round of 16 (1998)
- Top scorer
- Kjetil Rekdal (2)
- Debut
- 1938
2026 World Cup kits
Home kit
Main color: red
World Cup history
3 World Cup appearances
| Year | Result |
|---|---|
| 2026 | Qualified (2026) |
| 1998 | Round of 16 |
| 1994 | Group stage |
| 1938 | Round of 16 |
Frequently asked questions
- Has Norway ever won the FIFA World Cup?
- No. Norway have not won the men's World Cup; their best finish is regular World Cup round-of-16 participants (1998).
- Which group is Norway in at World Cup 2026?
- Norway are in Group I. Group opponents include France, Senegal, Iraq.
- What is the capital of Norway?
- The capital city is Oslo.
- Which FIFA confederation does Norway belong to?
- Norway compete under UEFA (Europe).
- How many World Cups has Norway played before 2026?
- Norway had appeared in 3 FIFA World Cups prior to qualifying for 2026.
- Who is Norway's all-time leading goal scorer?
- Jørgen Juve leads Norway's senior men's national team with 33 goals in FIFA-recognised matches.