England Advances to FIFA World Cup 2026 Semifinals with Dramatic Win Over Norway

In a thrilling quarterfinal match, England overcame Norway 2-1 to secure a place in the semifinals of the FIFA World Cup 2026. Jude Bellingham's two goals, including a decisive extra-time winner, led the team to victory. The Prince and Princess of Wales praised the team's performance, while Norway's historic run in the tournament came to an end. England will now face either Argentina or Switzerland in the next round, with key players like Bellingham and Harry Kane shining throughout the tournament.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jul 12, 2026, 06:50 IST

Royal Congratulations for England's Victory

The Prince and Princess of Wales extended their congratulations to the England football team after a thrilling 2-1 victory against Norway, which secured their spot in the semifinals of the FIFA World Cup 2026. England's triumph was highlighted by a remarkable performance from Jude Bellingham, who scored both the equalizer and the winning goal during extra time.

Match Highlights: Bellingham's Heroics

In a match that saw England come from behind, Bellingham's two goals were pivotal. Norway initially took the lead in the 36th minute with a goal from Andreas Schjelderup. However, Bellingham responded just before halftime, leveling the score. Despite a disallowed goal from Harry Kane and a near miss from Norway, the match remained tied at the end of regulation time. In extra time, Bellingham capitalized on a rebound to score the decisive goal, leading England to victory.

Looking Ahead: Semifinal Matchup

With this win, England is set to face either Argentina or Switzerland in the semifinals at Atlanta Stadium on July 15. Bellingham's outstanding performance earned him the Player of the Match title, and he, along with Harry Kane, has now scored six goals each in this tournament. Additionally, goalkeeper Jordan Pickford made history by becoming England's most-capped goalkeeper in World Cup history, surpassing Peter Shilton's record.

Norway's Historic Journey

Despite the loss, Norway's journey in this World Cup was historic, marking their first appearance in the quarterfinals. Their previous best performances included reaching the Round of 16 in 1938 and 1998, along with a group-stage exit in 1994.