Norway 1-2 England Highlights, FIFA World Cup 2026: Bellingham Inspires Three Lions Roar To First Semifinal Since 2018

Greetings, we are back with our FIFA World Cup 2026 live blog as Norway and England face-off in the quarter-final match. The action is about to begin, so stay tuned for all the live updates from Miami Stadium.

Competition: FIFA World Cup 2026

Stage: Quarter-final

Kickoff Time: 02:30 AM IST (July 12, 2026)

Venue: Miami Stadium, USA

Referee: Clement Turpin (France)

The FIFA World Cup 2026 will be telecast live on Unite8 Sports network on television. For live streaming, one can catch the action on the Zee5 app and website.

"If we can keep Erling Haaland quiet, it would be a huge factor," England defender Nico O'Reilly said ahead of the World Cup quarterfinal, while warning that Norway are "not a one-man band" and possess "great players all around the pitch who can cause a lot of danger."

"My main goal is to win the World Cup with England, not the Golden Boot," Harry Kane said ahead of equalling Wayne Rooney's 120-cap record for England. The captain added, "If I'm scoring goals, it's obviously going to help the team," as the Three Lions prepare for their World Cup quarterfinal against Norway.

The FIFA World Cup quarterfinal is underway as Norway get the action started against England. With Erling Haaland and Harry Kane leading the line

The England centre-back tracks Erling Haaland's run perfectly and reads Alexander Sorloth's through ball to snuff out a dangerous Norwegian attack. An early defensive statement from the Three Lions.

Norway continue to find space down England's left flank as Nico O'Reilly pushes high into midfield. It's the second time the Three Lions have looked vulnerable in that area, and Thomas Tuchel's side will need to tighten up before Norway make it count.

First real opening for England! Jude Bellingham rises to meet the delivery but can't get enough on the header as it flashes just wide of the far post. A big chance goes begging for the Three Lions, and Bellingham knows he should have done better.

England are turning up the heat! A slick one-two between Nico O'Reilly and Anthony Gordon opens up Norway's defence before Noni Madueke drills a dangerous ball across the six-yard box. O'Reilly arrives late but can't react in time as the chance slips away.

A nostalgic moment in Miami as David Beckham appears on the big screen, drawing a huge roar from the England supporters. The former Three Lions captain acknowledges the crowd before Harry Kane sends the ensuing free-kick over the bar. The fans loved the tribute, but the finish didn't match Beckham's trademark set-piece magic.

Against the run of England's pressure, Andreas Schjelderup catches everyone by surprise, curling a stunning effort into the top corner instead of picking out Erling Haaland. Harry Kane appeals for a foul in the build-up, but the referee waves play on. The Scandinavians strike first and lead 1-0.

Norway have their tails up now. The opening goal has lifted the Scandinavians, who are moving the ball with confidence and finding space far too easily. England look rattled and desperately need to slow the tempo before the game slips further away.

The Three Lions hit back in style! Elliot Anderson sparks the move with a driving run before Anthony Gordon delivers a perfect cross into the box. Jude Bellingham takes one touch to steady himself and rifles a superb finish into the net. England are level after a brilliantly worked move.

Harry Kane thought he had completed England's comeback after lobbing the goalkeeper with a composed finish, but the assistant's flag goes up. Jude Bellingham's perfectly weighted through ball is wasted as Kane is caught just beyond the last defender. England remain level.

It's been an entertaining first 45 minutes as both sides head into the break level at 1-1. Andreas Schjelderup's stunning opener put Norway ahead before Jude Bellingham produced a clinical finish to restore parity. England also had a Harry Kane goal ruled out for offside, setting up a fascinating second half with a semifinal spot on the line.

Double Change for England: Thomas Tuchel makes two substitutions at half-time, bringing on Bukayo Saka for Noni Madueke and Eberechi Eze in place of Declan Rice as England look to seize control in the second half.

Anthony Gordon wins a free kick just outside the box after Harry Kane is fouled in a promising position. Eberechi Eze's delivery, however, strikes Gordon near the wall and loops behind for a goal kick, with the score remaining NOR 1-1 ENG.

Heggem restores Norway's lead, VAR checks Haaland challenge. Norway are back in front as Leo Ostigard Heggem reacts quickest after Jordan Pickford's save from a corner, smashing the rebound into the roof of the net. However, the goal is under VAR review for a possible push by Erling Haaland on Elliot Anderson inside the box in the build-up.

Referee Clement Turpin overturns the goal after spotting a shove by Erling Haaland on Elliot Anderson before the ball came into play. England receive a major reprieve as the score remains NOR 1-1 ENG, while Norway are awarded a retaken corner.

Norway have made the brighter start after the restart. The Scandinavians are moving the ball with purpose and continue to look the more threatening side, while England are yet to find any real rhythm in this second half. The Three Lions need to wrestle back control before Norway capitalise.

Bukayo Saka finally sparks into life after a quiet second half. The Arsenal winger whips in a dangerous delivery with pace and precision, sending it flashing across the face of goal. It had all the ingredients to sneak inside the far post, but Norway survive the scare.

Martin Odegaard is pulling the strings for Norway. Every meaningful attack is flowing through the captain, who is finding space, dictating the tempo and driving his side forward. England are struggling to contain the Arsenal playmaker's influence in midfield.

Nothing separates the sides after 90 minutes as it's 1-1 in Miami, and this World Cup quarterfinal is headed for extra time. England are taken beyond regulation for the first time at a World Cup since the 2018 semifinal against Croatia, a match they eventually lost 2-1. Thirty more minutes now stand between these two sides and a place in the last four.

Jude Bellingham does it again! Morgan Rogers' powerful effort should have been comfortably gathered by Orjan Nyland, but the Norwegian goalkeeper spills the ball at the worst possible moment. Bellingham reacts quickest, sliding in from close range to tuck home the rebound and hand England a 2-1 lead in extra time. The Three Lions have turned the quarterfinal on its head.

Djed Spence charges into the box with a determined run, shrugging off one challenge after another before finally being brought down. The referee points straight to the spot without hesitation. A golden opportunity now for the Three Lions to take a huge step towards the World Cup semifinals.

After a closer look, the referee overturns the decision. Djed Spence is judged to have stepped across Oscar Bobb before going to ground, and England's spot-kick is wiped away. Norway survive, and the score remains unchanged.

England are just 15 minutes away from a place in the World Cup semifinals. Jude Bellingham's instinctive strike has given the Three Lions a 2-1 lead, but Norway are still very much in the contest. One final period remains, and every tackle, pass and chance could decide who keeps their World Cup dream alive.

England are looking far more composed now. The Three Lions have settled into a rhythm, keeping possession well and controlling the tempo of the game. Norway are struggling to get meaningful time on the ball as England dictate proceedings with a semifinal place edging closer.

The England fans can sense the moment. The noise inside Miami is growing with every passing minute as the Three Lions edge closer to the World Cup semifinals. Thomas Tuchel's side are just one step away from ending decades of hurt, and the travelling supporters are doing everything they can to roar their team over the line.

England are through! It wasn't a flawless performance, but it was one full of grit, resilience and character. The Three Lions battle past Norway 2-1 after extra time to book their place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 semifinals, their first since 2018 and only the fourth in the nation's history. Atlanta awaits, and so does another shot at ending decades of World Cup heartbreak.