England continue their journey towards ending their 60-year wait for a major tournament when they face Erling Haaland’s Norway in their last eight clash at the 2026 World Cup tournament.
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Norway vs England match preview
Norway enter this clash on the back of a history making performance in their Round of 16 clash after they defeated Brazil l 2-1, to reach the last eight for the first time in their history. Led by Manchester City forward Haaland, the Scandinavian country have lit up the stage at the World Cup and now face England for a place in the last four as they look to make more history. They have won four of their five games so far, losing only to France in their final game during the group stages.
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England, meanwhile, have reached another quarterfinals of a major tournament as they continue their quest to end their 60-year wait for a major trophy. The three Lions began their tournament with a 4-2 win over Croatia, before they were held to a goalless draw by Ghana and then defeated Panama 2-0 in their final group game.
They were just minutes away from elimination in the Round of 32, before turning the game around to defeat the Democratic Republic of Congo 2-1. Thomas Tuchel’s side then beat co-hosts Mexico 3-2 in their Round of 16 clash, setting up the clash against Norway.
Norway vs England Head-to-Head
(Last five meetings)
- 03.09.2014 – England 1-0 Norway
- 26.05.2012 – Norway 0-1 England
- 11.10.1995 – Norway 0-0 England
- 02.06.1993 – Norway 2-0 England
England have narrowly edged this encounter in head to head games, recording two wins to Norway’s lone win, while two other games have ended in draws.
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Best betting odds
Away (England) to Win or Draw – 1.26 (via 1xBet)
Prediction
England have a better defensive record than Norway and the presence of several strong options on the bench could prove decisive in sending them to the semifinals of the World Cup.
Recent form: Norway
Norway have been impressive at the World Cup, winning four of their five games so far in regular time, including a shock 2-1 win over Brazil in their Round of 16 clash.
They have also scored multiple goals in four games during this period, with the only exception being the 4-1 defeat to France during the group stages.
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Recent form: England
England have been below par at times at the World Cup, but they remain unbeaten and have won four of their five matches, only failing to win in a goalless draw with Ghana in their second group game.
The Three Lions have only kept two clean sheets and conceded twice in their last match, defeating Mexico 3/2 at the Estadio Azteca.
Player to watch
Bukayo Saka (England)
One of the few players of Nigeria descent in the England squad, Bukayo Saka will be eyeing a big role when they take on Norway in their quarterfinal clash.
The Arsenal forward started the tournament with fitness concerns but has grown into the Mundial and laid on a beautiful assist for Jude Bellingham in their last match. His crossing abilities and threat from set-pieces could be key against a leaky Norway defence in this clash.
