FIFA rejects France's tribute request for Deschamps' late mother

France defeated Norway 4-1 in their Group I match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with Ousmane Dembélé scoring a first‑half hat‑trick. The victory came as coach Didier Deschamps missed the game after his mother’s death. FIFA denied France’s request to hold a tribute before the match. Both teams still advance to the Round of 32, keeping the tournament momentum high.