Norway faces England in the World Cup 2026 quarter-finals. The match kicks off on Saturday, July 11, at 10 PM (BST) at the Hard Rock Stadium in the United States.
Both sides arrive in strong form for this Norway vs. England clash, setting up a potentially tense and exciting encounter. England advanced with a dramatic 3-2 win over Mexico, while Norway has also impressed throughout the knockout stages.
Find out where to watch the game, our expert betting tips for Norway vs. England, and the expected lineups for this crucial match.
Match Overview - Norway vs. England
- Norway enters the World Cup quarter-final with strong momentum after a 2-1 win against Brazil in the round of 16. The team has shown consistent strength.
- England secured their quarter-final spot after a hard-fought 3-2 victory against Mexico. The Three Lions show formidable form and aim to advance.
- England holds the historical head-to-head advantage, with 3 wins in 8 matches against Norway’s 2.
Head-to-Head Record
- England holds a historical advantage, having won 3 of the 8 previous meetings, while Norway has only won 2.
- The Three Lions remain unbeaten in this World Cup, recording 4 wins and 1 draw in their 5 matches.
- Norway’s matches in the tournament have been high-scoring, with an average of 4.2 total goals per game.
- Erling Haaland has been in sensational form for Norway, scoring 7 goals in his 4 appearances in the competition.
- For England, Harry Kane has been a key player, contributing 6 goals and 1 assist in 5 games.
Can Norway's golden generation cause an upset?
Norway enters this World Cup quarter-final with strong momentum, having won 16 of their last 21 matches. Their World Cup journey has been remarkable, marked by a 2-1 victory over Brazil in the previous round. This result highlights their capability to compete at the highest level.
In five World Cup games, Norway has secured four wins, scoring 12 goals. However, their defence has conceded nine times, showing some vulnerability. This attacking approach creates exciting matches, but they will need defensive organisation against England.
The squad is fully fit, with no injury concerns. Erling Haaland spearheads their attack, scoring seven goals in five appearances. Martin Ødegaard provides a creative spark, making Norway a formidable offensive threat.
Can the Three Lions continue their unbeaten run?
England enters this World Cup quarter-final in formidable form, unbeaten with four wins and one draw. They have won 17 of their last 21 matches overall, securing strong momentum from a 3-2 victory against Mexico.
The attack is clinical, led by Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham. This prolific duo has scored a combined 10 goals in the tournament, making their scoring ability vital for this crucial match.
However, England will be without experienced midfielder Jordan Henderson due to a broken hand. His absence could disrupt midfield balance, demanding adaptation against a dangerous Norwegian side. Also, Livramento can’t play because of a hamstring injury, and Quansah got a red card in the previous game, so he’s not playing either.
Norway vs. England Prediction: Goals Expected in Knockout Clash
England arrives with a potent attack, having scored 11 goals in the tournament so far. With both sides pushing for a semi-final spot, a decisive result seems likely, making the "Double Chance – Norway or England" an appealing option.
Norway has also been impressive offensively, with Erling Haaland in sensational form. Their World Cup matches have been high-scoring affairs, so we could see the deadlock broken early with "Over 0.5 Goals" in the first half.
Considering both teams’ attacking firepower and recent results, our main prediction is for a winner to be decided in regular time with plenty of goals, backing the "Match to not be a draw and have over 2.5 goals" market.
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| Double Chance | Norway or England to win | |
| Over/Under | Over 0.5 goals in the first half | |
The odds mentioned were collected during the writing of this prediction and may change. Always check with the bookmaker for the latest information.
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| Double Chance | Norway or England to win | |
| Over/Under | Over 0.5 goals in the first half | |
Where to Watch Norway vs. England
For those wondering where to watch Norway vs. England, there is currently no broadcast information available for this fixture.
- TV: UTV (Gbr), ITV X (Gbr), STV (Gbr), ITV 1 (Gbr)
- Streaming: STV Player (Gbr)
Norway vs. England Predicted Lineups
As the tension builds for this World Cup 2026 quarter-final, the starting XIs will be crucial. The predicted Norway lineup looks to capitalise on their key talents to find the right tactical balance for this vital match. On the other side, the expected England lineup will likely be set up to counter their opponent’s strengths and control the flow of the game. The managers’ strategic selections will offer a fascinating glimpse into how they plan to secure a spot in the semi-finals.
Norway
Nyland; Wolfe, Ryerson, Ajer, Lysaker Heggem; Ødegaard, Berg, Berge; Sørloth, Schjelderup, Haaland.
Manager: Ståle Solbakken.
England
Pickford; Guehi, Spencer, Konsa, O’Reilly; Rice, Bellingham, Anderson, Gordon, Saka; Kane.
Manager: Thomas Tuchel.
Match Details
Here are the match details:
- Match: Norway vs. England
- Competition: World Cup 2026
- Date: 11/07/2026
- Kick-off: 10 PM (BST)
- Venue: Hard Rock Stadium, United States
- Broadcast: STV (Gbr), STV Player (Gbr), ITV 1 (Gbr), UTV (Gbr), ITV X (Gbr)
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