France players celebrate after scoring a goal against Northern Ireland in a friendly.
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Michael Olise's hattrick sends France to World Cup with victory over Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland were undone by a superb Michael Olise hat-trick as France jetted off to the World Cup with a 3-1 friendly win.
Jun 8, 2026, 05:33 pm - PA

Match Timeline

FRAFRA
KOHTFT
NIRNIR

Team Stats

FRA
NIR

2.86

Expected Goals

1.07

72%

Possession

28%

5 (18%)

Shots on Goal

2 (50%)

1

Big Chances Created

1

5

Corners Won

1

770 (92%)

Accurate Passes

256 (80%)

50

Duels Won

30

1

Saves

2

6

Fouls Committed

7

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