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Bellingham's Brace Sinks Norway, England Reaches Semis
12 Jul
Summary
- Jude Bellingham scored twice, including the extra-time winner against Norway.
- England will face Argentina or Switzerland in the World Cup semifinals.
- Norway's impressive World Cup run concluded after reaching its first quarterfinal.
England has advanced to the 2026 FIFA World Cup semifinals, with Jude Bellingham emerging as the decisive force in their 2-1 victory over Norway. Bellingham scored a brace, netting a spectacular equalizer before halftime and the game-winner in extra time, despite Norway's initial lead through Andreas Schjelderup.
Norway's remarkable World Cup journey, marked by their first quarterfinal appearance and passionate fan support, concluded in Miami. The team, previously ranked outside the top 30, earned admiration globally after eliminating formidable opponents like Brazil.
England now prepares for a semifinal match in Atlanta against either Argentina or Switzerland. The potential matchup with Argentina carries historical significance due to past World Cup encounters and geopolitical tensions.
This marks England's fourth trip to the World Cup semifinals, striving to reach the final for the first time since their 1966 triumph, sixty years ago. Manager Thomas Tuchel's squad aims to progress further than previous semifinal appearances in 1990 and 2018.
