England came from behind to beat Norway 2-1 after extra time and reach the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-finals, with Jude Bellingham scoring both goals at Miami Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida, on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Andreas Schjelderup gave Norway a deserved first-half lead before Bellingham levelled in stoppage time, and with the tie goalless through the second half, the England midfielder struck again in the third minute of extra time to settle a gripping quarter-final and knock out Erling Haaland’s Norway.
Key Takeaways
- England beat Norway 2-1 after extra time to reach the World Cup 2026 semi-finals.
- Andreas Schjelderup put Norway ahead in the 36th minute with a shot that went in off the right post.
- Jude Bellingham equalised in first-half stoppage time (45’+2′) and grabbed the extra-time winner in the 93rd minute.
- Erling Haaland was kept off the scoresheet for the first time at the tournament and was denied a point-blank header by Jordan Pickford.
- Norway had a 56th-minute goal disallowed for a foul by Haaland in the build-up.
The Norway vs England World Cup 2026 matchup pitted Haaland’s dangerous Norwegian side against an England team chasing its first World Cup final in decades. Norway was the more threatening team for long spells and out-shot England, but England’s greater cutting edge in front of goal – and two moments of Bellingham quality – proved decisive once the contest went the distance.
How did England come from behind to beat Norway?
Norway settled quicker and was rewarded in the 36th minute. Schjelderup worked space on the edge of the area and drilled a well-placed effort that caromed off the right post and into the net, giving Norway a lead their early adventure deserved. Haaland had already threatened, only for a close-range header to be turned away by an alert Jordan Pickford.
England’s response arrived right on the stroke of half-time. In the second minute of first-half stoppage time, Bellingham arrived to steer a low finish into the far corner, levelling the tie and taking the momentum into the break. The goal was not without controversy – replays suggested the ball may have brushed an overhead camera cable in the build-up, an incident officials did not spot – but the equaliser stood and the sides went in level at 1-1.
The second half was tense and tight. Norway thought they had regained the lead in the 56th minute when Torbjorn Heggem forced the ball home from a rebound, but the goal was ruled out for a foul by Haaland in the box. Neither side could find a winner in normal time, sending the quarter-final to extra time. It took just three minutes of the additional period for England to strike: Morgan Rogers let fly from distance, the effort was parried, and Bellingham reacted quickest to convert the rebound in the 93rd minute for his second of the night. England saw out the remainder to book their place in the last four.
What were the key statistics of the Norway vs England World Cup 2026 match?
The numbers tell the story of a match Norway shaded for large parts without finding the finishing touch to match. Norway out-shot England 20 to 10 and shared possession almost evenly, but England were far more accurate in front of goal, landing eight shots on target to Norway’s four and edging the expected-goals count.
| Statistic | Norway | England |
|---|---|---|
| Possession | 48% | 52% |
| Total shots | 20 | 10 |
| Shots on target | 4 | 8 |
| Expected goals (xG) | 0.68 | 1.04 |
| Saves | 6 | 3 |
| Fouls | 10 | 8 |
Who were the standout performers and starters for each side?
Jude Bellingham was the match-winner, taking both his goals with composure and dragging England through when the tie looked like slipping away. Jordan Pickford was crucial too, his first-half stop from Haaland keeping England in the contest, while Harry Kane led the line and Bellingham now sits joint-top of England’s tournament scoring charts alongside his captain. For Norway, Schjelderup took his goal superbly, and Martin Odegaard drove the side forward, but Haaland was kept quiet by a disciplined England defence and denied by the woodwork on a disallowed goal on a frustrating night.
Norway Starting XI (4-3-3)
- GK: Orjan Nyland
- Defenders: Julian Ryerson, Kristoffer Ajer, Torbjorn Heggem, David Moller Wolfe
- Midfielders: Patrick Berg, Sander Berge, Martin Odegaard
- Attackers: Alexander Sorloth, Andreas Schjelderup, Erling Haaland
Norway set up to get their front three into the game as often as possible, with Odegaard linking midfield to attack and Haaland leading the line. They carried a genuine threat throughout and will feel they did enough to win, but were undone by fine margins and their finishing let them down on the biggest stage.
England Starting XI (4-2-3-1)
- GK: Jordan Pickford
- Defenders: John Stones, Marc Guehi, Ezri Konsa, Nico O’Reilly
- Midfielders: Declan Rice, Elliot Anderson
- Attackers: Noni Madueke, Jude Bellingham, Anthony Gordon
- Forward: Harry Kane
What does this result mean for Norway and England?
Victory sends England into the World Cup 2026 semi-finals and keeps alive their pursuit of a first world title since 1966. It is only the fourth World Cup semi-final in England’s history, and the manner of it – digging in after falling behind, riding their luck at times and finding a match-winner in Bellingham – points to a side capable of going all the way.
For Norway, the knockout format is unforgiving: the defeat ends their World Cup 2026 campaign, with no further fixtures to play. Haaland and Odegaard’s much-anticipated tournament ends at the quarter-final stage, but a fearless display against one of the pre-tournament favourites – and the fine margins that decided it – will leave Norway believing this generation belongs among the best.
What are England’s upcoming fixtures after this match?
England now advances to the World Cup 2026 semi-final, scheduled for Wednesday, July 15, 2026, at Atlanta Stadium (the official FIFA tournament name for Mercedes-Benz Stadium) in Atlanta, Georgia, with a 3 p.m. ET kickoff. Their opponents will be Argentina, who reached the last four by beating Switzerland in their quarter-final on the same day. It renews a storied World Cup rivalry, with the two nations meeting at the finals for the first time since 2002.
Norway has no further matches at the tournament following their quarter-final exit. Attention will turn to qualification for the next major tournament as the squad and federation look to build on a memorable World Cup run.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the final score of Norway vs England at the 2026 World Cup?
England beat Norway 2-1 after extra time in the World Cup 2026 quarter-final at Miami Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida on July 11, 2026. Jude Bellingham scored the winner in the 93rd minute to send England through to the semi-finals.
Who scored the goals in Norway vs England?
Andreas Schjelderup put Norway ahead in the 36th minute. Jude Bellingham then scored both England goals – an equaliser in first-half stoppage time (45’+2′) and the extra-time winner in the 93rd minute, converting a rebound after a Morgan Rogers effort was parried.
Did Erling Haaland score against England?
No. Haaland was kept off the scoresheet for the first time at the tournament. He was denied a point-blank header by England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford in the first half, and Norway also had a 56th-minute goal disallowed for a foul by Haaland in the build-up.
Who will England play in the World Cup 2026 semi-final?
England will face Argentina in the semi-final, scheduled for Wednesday, July 15, 2026, at Atlanta Stadium (Mercedes-Benz Stadium) in Atlanta, Georgia. Argentina reached the last four by beating Switzerland in their quarter-final, setting up the nations’ first World Cup meeting since 2002.
