Norway then sunk back to absorb pressure and protect the lead, and Sarr made them pay with a lovely goal to make it 3-2 in stoppage time. That, though, came too late as Norway held on for a historic win.

Senegal will aim for its first win of the 2026 World Cup on Monday that can secure qualification for the next round with a victory as it takes on a Norway team in New Jersey. In their opening game, the Senegalese showcased their skills against the favored French team.

France coach Didier Deschamps will return home from the World Cup following the death of his mother and will miss his team's final group game against Norway, the French football federation said Tuesday.

Martin Odegaard of Norway leads the fans and players of Norway in a 'Viking Row' during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group I match between Norway

There are four World Cup 2026 matches on the Monday slate, and if last week is an indication, the stars will be shining in the second-round group-stage matches. Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland combined for seven goals in last week's openers,