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 9, 2026, 03:03 am - PA

Match Timeline

France
Northern Ireland
  • KO
  • 43
  • HT
  • 45
  • 49
  • 62
  • 63
  • 64
  • 74
  • 79
  • 82
  • 90+1
  • FT

Match Commentary

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Match ends, France 3, Northern Ireland 1.
90'+4'
Second Half ends, France 3, Northern Ireland 1.
90'+4'
Attempt missed. Lucas Digne (France) left footed shot from outside the box is too high. Assisted by Rayan Cherki.
Match Stats
FRANIR
Possession
72.5%
27.572.5
27.5%
Shots on Goal
5
2
Shot Attempts
27
4
Yellow Cards
0
0
Corner Kicks
5
1
Saves
1
2
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