Bellingham's Extra-Time Winner Sends England Past Norway
England eliminated Norway with a 2-1 victory in the 2026 World Cup quarter-finals. Despite Norway taking the lead, Bellingham's brilliance ensured England's comeback win.
How it unfolded
Norway opened the scoring with a goal from A. Schjelderup in the 36th minute, establishing an early lead. England equalized in first-half added time through a brilliant goal by Bellingham. The game extended into extra time, where Bellingham once again proved decisive, scoring the winner in the 93rd minute.
Star player
J. Bellingham — Bellingham scored two crucial goals that ensured England's progression.
Tactical takeaways
England effectively turned slight possession advantage into numerous shooting opportunities, particularly in the second half and extra time. This continuous pressure strategy enabled them to turn the match around, with Bellingham's critical role in attack being pivotal.
What's next
England will face an yet-to-be-determined opponent in the semi-finals, emboldened by this victory. Norway, despite the exit, has left a strong impression in this World Cup, setting a promising stage for future international challenges.
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