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England defeat Norway 2-1 to secure FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final spot
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Jude Bellingham’s late brace secured a 2-1 victory for England over Norway, sending the Three Lions to the 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-finals in a dramatic comeback.

  • England advanced to the semi-finals after a 2-1 win over Norway in the quarter-final round
  • Andreas Schjelderup scored for Norway in the 36th minute before Jude Bellingham netted twice
  • Bellingham's stoppage-time winner at 93 minutes marked his second goal of the match
  • England's tactical adjustments following the first-half deficit remain the primary question as they look ahead to the next match

England defeated Norway 2-1 on Sunday to advance to the semi-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. While Norway took an early lead through Andreas Schjelderup, Jude Bellingham’s brace—including a 93rd-minute winner—overturned the result. This marks England's return to the final four of a major tournament, though the squad's reliance on late-game individual brilliance raises questions about their consistency against higher-ranked defensive units. Whether this momentum carries them into the final will depend on their ability to manage fatigue and tactical discipline in their upcoming semi-final clash.

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