France coach Didier Deschamps is reported to miss the team’s next World Cup match against Norway following a personal tragedy, according to coverage from Mail Online and the Daily Mail. France has already secured a place in the knockout stage after beating Iraq 3-0 in its latest Group I match. The French team is scheduled to play Norway in its final Group I fixture, which is set for Friday. Norway’s squad includes Erling Haaland, who is expected to be a key player for the Scandinavian side. The reports focus on the timing of the match and the circumstances around Deschamps, indicating that his absence would affect preparation for France’s group finale. The sources provided do not include further details about the tragedy or who would lead the team in his place. Overall, both outlets agree on France’s qualification status after the win over Iraq and on the upcoming match against Norway as France completes Group I play.