Bellingham scores twice to lift England past Haaland and Norway 2-1 and into World Cup semifinals, Stats, Facts..



Bellingham's Extra-Time Heroics Fire England into World Cup Semi-Finals

Jude Bellingham produced another World Cup masterclass, scoring twice—including a dramatic extra-time winner—as England came from behind to beat Norway 2-1 and book their place in the semi-finals.

Norway shocked the Three Lions when Andreas Schjelderup found the net late in the first half, but Bellingham responded in stoppage time with a composed finish to restore parity before the break. Harry Kane then had a goal ruled out for offside as England pushed for the lead.

The second half saw Norway threaten repeatedly, only for Jordan Pickford to make key saves, while VAR disallowed Patrick Berg's goal after Erling Haaland was penalized for a foul in the build-up. Kristoffer Ajer also rattled the crossbar as England survived a series of scares.

Just three minutes into extra time, Bellingham struck again, reacting quickest to Morgan Rogers' spilled effort to score the winner. England also saw a penalty overturned before comfortably seeing out the closing stages to secure their place in the final four.

Thomas Tuchel's side will now face either Argentina or Switzerland for a place in the World Cup final, with Bellingham once again proving to be England's match-winner. The 23-year-old also matched Gary Lineker's record of six non-penalty goals in a single World Cup for the Three Lions, further cementing his status as England's talisman.

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England 2-1 Norway final match score, stats, facts, records.


The Three Lions beat the Haaland Norway on Saturday, July 11, 2026, in Miami.


England reached their fourth major tournament semi-final since 2018, matching the total from all previous tournaments combined.

The Three Lions have now won four straight matches at the 2026 World Cup, their longest run since 1966.

Thomas Tuchel became only the second England manager to go unbeaten in his first six World Cup games, matching Alf Ramsey's record (W5 D1).

Norway remain winless against European teams at the World Cup, with five defeats in seven matches.
Harry Kane's 29th-minute effort was the first shot of the game—the latest opening shot in any match at the 2026 World Cup.

Jude Bellingham became the first player since Diego Maradona (1986) to score braces in consecutive World Cup knockout matches.

Bellingham now has seven World Cup goals for England, equalling Pelé for goals scored at age 23 or younger, with only Kylian Mbappé (12) ahead.

His six non-penalty goals at the 2026 World Cup equal Gary Lineker's England record in a single major tournament.

Bellingham (6) and Harry Kane (5) became the first England duo to score five or more goals each in the same major tournament.

Harry Kane earned his 120th England cap, matching Wayne Rooney's record for the most appearances by an outfield player.

Jordan Pickford made his 18th World Cup appearance, becoming England's all-time record appearance holder in the competition.



England vs. Norway Head-to-Head Records, Past Match Results, Last 5 Meetings 


September 3, 2014 (International Friendly): England 1–0 Norway

May 26, 2012 (International Friendly): Norway 0–1 England

June 2, 1993 (World Cup Qualifier): Norway 2–0 England

October 14, 1992 (World Cup Qualifier): England 1–1 Norway

September 9, 1981 (World Cup Qualifier): Norway 2–1 England



England's Last 5 Matches

Round of 16: England 3–2 Mexico
Round of 32: England 2–1 DR Congo
Group Stage — Match 3: Panama 0–2 England
Group Stage — Match 2: England 0–0 Ghana
Group Stage — Match 1: England 4–2 Croatia


Norway's Last 5 Matches

Round of 16: Brazil 1–2 Norway
Round of 32: Norway 2–1 Ivory Coast
Group Stage — Match 3: Norway 1–4 France
Group Stage — Match 2: Norway 3–2 Senegal
Group Stage — Match 1: Iraq 1–4 Norway



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