England's World Cup Hopes Rise as Norway Poses a Challenge

WHO:

The New York Times - England's team is coached by Thomas Tuchel, with key players including Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane.

The New York Times - Norway's standout players include Erling Haaland and Martin Ødegaard.

FOX Sports - Erling Haaland is a prominent player for Norway.

WHAT:

The New York Times - England achieved a comeback victory against Mexico in the round of 16 of the World Cup.

The New York Times - England is currently 9/2 to win the World Cup, ranking behind France (15/8), Spain (7/2), and Argentina (4/1).

The New York Times - Harry Kane has scored six goals in five games and is 8/1 to win the World Cup Golden Boot.

The New York Times - Norway has reached the World Cup quarter-finals for the first time.

FOX Sports - Haaland has scored seven goals in four games during the tournament.

Newsweek - Norway is considered a surprise team in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

WHERE:

The New York Times - The match between England and Norway will take place at Miami Stadium.

The New York Times - England celebrated their win at the Azteca Stadium in Mexico City.

WHEN:

FOX Sports - The quarter-final match between England and Norway is scheduled for Saturday, July 11.

WHY:

The New York Times - England's chances of winning the World Cup have increased due to being on a weaker side of the bracket.

FOX Sports - Haaland downplays Norway's chances of winning the World Cup, citing England as one of the clear favorites.

HOW:

The New York Times - England's approach has been characterized by a lack of open play creativity, despite being ranked top for the most big chances created.

The New York Times - Norway's strategy involves quick transitions and utilizing their squad depth effectively.

(UPDATED July 10, 2026 08:08 UTC)

England's national team, coached by Thomas Tuchel and featuring stars like Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane, achieved a comeback victory against Mexico in the round of 16 of the World Cup and is now set to face Norway in the quarter-finals at Miami Stadium on Saturday, July 11. Norway, a surprise team in the tournament, has reached the quarter-finals for the first time, with standout players Erling Haaland and Martin Ødegaard, and Haaland has scored seven goals in four games. As England ranks 9/2 to win the World Cup, their chances have improved due to being on a weaker side of the bracket, while Haaland acknowledges England as one of the clear favorites despite Norway's effective strategy of quick transitions.