What Happened
France secured a decisive 4-1 victory over Norway in a World Cup match, largely due to a dominant first-half performance by forward Ousmane Dembélé. Dembélé scored a hat trick within the first half of the game, setting a new record for the fastest hat trick in World Cup history, achieved in 72 years.
His performance was widely praised, with one outlet describing his play as "Ballon d'Or brilliance." The hat trick was a significant factor in France's commanding win, solidifying their position in the tournament.
Dembélé himself, while acknowledging the achievement, suggested that other performances in the 2026 World Cup might have been more impactful for him personally, despite the record-breaking feat against Norway.
Key Facts
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Ousmane Dembélé scored a hat trick for France.
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France defeated Norway with a score of 4-1.
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The match was part of the World Cup.
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Dembélé's hat trick was scored in the first half.
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Dembélé's hat trick is the fastest in World Cup history in 72 years.
