France have won 11 of their last 13 fixtures
Norway have won just two of their last 11 fixtures against France
Recommended bet: France -1.0 on Asian handicap
A place in the knockout rounds is assured for France and Norway, who will settle the issue of Group I supremacy in their matchday three contest at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough.
France have eased their way into the tournament with dominant victories over Senegal (3-1) and Iraq (3-0) and they seem to have plenty of energy left in the tank.
Kylian Mbappe has hogged the headlines with four goals but is far from the only match-winner in a vastly talented squad.
Champions League final starters Ousmane Dembele and Desire Doue are determined to have their say and Michael Olise has shown his creative qualities with a trio of assists.
France are used to outscoring the opposition, but they will need to be mindful of a fast-improving Norway side, who have also put six points on the board.
The Norwegians are making a bold impression at their first World Cup since 1998 with four-goal striker Erling Haaland leading the charge.
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Team news
Julian Ryerson (thigh) is set to miss out for Norway, affording an opportunity for Marcus Pedersen to make his first start of the tournament.
Further changes are possible although it would take a brave decision to rest four-goal striker Erling Haaland, who is among the main contenders for the Golden Boot.
France have maintained a largely healthy squad and are maintaining excellent discipline with none of their players on yellow cards.
However, Didier Deschamps may consider a handful of changes as he strives to maintain the interest of fringe players and keep some of his key men fresh for the knockout rounds.
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The stats
France have lost just one of their last 14 World Cup matches.
Each of France's last 11 games has featured at least three goals.
France have won four of their last seven games by a 3-1 scoreline.
France have started the scoring in each of their last six fixtures.
Both teams have scored in eight of Norway's last nine matches.
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Prediction
France possess pace and power that few teams can cope with and their 100% record can be maintained with a comfortable victory over Norway.
There can be no doubt that Norway will present France with their toughest challenge of the group stage.
But Didier Deschamps’s men have plenty of gears in reserve and they should be energised by the opportunity of taking on one of the tournament’s in-form teams.
Norway committed to a front-foot approach in their victories over Iraq (4-1) and Senegal (3-2), but they faced 27 shots over the two games.
The Scandinavians are giving up plenty of chances and could be harshly punished by the most talented attack in the tournament.
Back France -1.0 on Asian handicap at 19/20 with LiveScore Bet.
Score Prediction: Norway 1–3 France
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