Ousmane Dembélé showcased an outstanding performance for France in their 2026 World Cup match against Norway, scoring three goals within the first 32 minutes of the game. His goals came in quick succession, netting in the 7th, 20th, and 32nd minutes, leading to a remarkable hat-trick completed in under half an hour.
This marks Dembélé’s first hat-trick in a year and a half; the last time he achieved this was on February 1, 2025, when he scored three times for Paris Saint-Germain against Brest. His performance on this global stage has added another layer to his reputation as a decisive player.
According to statistics from Opta, Dembélé’s 32-minute hat-trick is now the second fastest in World Cup history. The record remains with Erich Probst, who accomplished a hat-trick for Austria in just 24 minutes against Czechoslovakia in 1954.
Dembélé’s hat-trick not only highlights his individual brilliance but also adds to the narrative of his capability to influence high-stakes matches. His historic achievement at the World Cup reinforces his position as a key player for France moving forward.