Former champions England will take on Norway in a high-stakes FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-final at the Miami Stadium on Sunday (IST), with a place in the semi-finals at stake. The winner will join Spain, France and the victor of the Argentina vs Switzerland quarter-final in the last four.
Norway chasing history
Norway have emerged as one of the surprise packages of the tournament, reaching the World Cup quarter-finals for the first time in their history.
Ståle Solbakken's side finished second in Group I behind France before registering landmark victories in the knockout rounds. Erling Haaland scored a late winner against Côte d'Ivoire in the Round of 32 and followed it up with a brace against five-time champions Brazil in the Round of 16, helping Norway extend their dream run.
England battle into last eight
England topped Group L ahead of Croatia, Ghana and Panama before overcoming two tough knockout tests.
The Three Lions came from behind to defeat DR Congo 2-1 in the Round of 32, with Harry Kane scoring twice late in the game. In the Round of 16, Thomas Tuchel's side edged co-hosts Mexico 3-2 despite playing much of the second half with 10 men after Jude Bellingham's brace helped them secure victory.
Head-to-head record
Although England and Norway have met 12 times in international football, they have never faced each other at a FIFA World Cup.
Their previous meetings include World Cup qualifiers for the 1982 and 1994 editions. The most recent encounter came in an international friendly at Wembley in 2014, where England secured a 1-0 win through a Wayne Rooney penalty.
Norway vs England FIFA World Cup 2026: Match Date & India Time
Norway will face England in the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-final on Sunday (IST). The winner will book a place in the semi-finals alongside Spain, France and the winner of the Argentina vs Switzerland clash.Date and kick-off time: Sunday, July 12, 2:30 AM IST
Norway vs England Live Streaming: Where to Watch in India
Football fans in India can watch the Norway vs England FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-final live on the Zee5 app and website with a valid subscription.
The match will also be telecast live on the Unite8 Sports 1, Unite8 Sports 1 HD, Unite8 Sports 2, and Unite8 Sports 2 HD TV channels.
Norway vs England Venue, Stadium & Match Conditions
The quarter-final will be played at Miami Stadium. Both teams are expected to contend with warm and humid conditions, making squad management and fitness crucial over 90 minutes.
England vs Norway: Predicted Starting XI
Norway (4-3-3)
Ørjan Nyland, Julian Ryerson, Kristoffer Ajer, Torbjørn Heggem, David Møller Wolfe, Sander Berge, Patrick Berg, Martin Ødegaard, Alexander Sørloth, Antonio Nusa, Erling Haaland
England (4-2-3-1):
Jordan Pickford, Reece James, Ezri Konsa, Marc Guéhi, Nico O'Reilly, Elliot Anderson, Declan Rice, Bukayo Saka, Jude Bellingham, Anthony Gordon, Harry Kane
Norway vs England Key Players to Watch
For Norway, all eyes will be on Erling Haaland, who has been in sensational form after scoring a late winner against Côte d'Ivoire and a brace against Brazil. Alexander Sorloth and Martin Ødegaard (if available) will also be key in attack.
England will rely on captain Harry Kane, who rescued the team with a late brace against DR Congo, while Jude Bellingham enters the contest after scoring twice against Mexico. Bukayo Saka and Declan Rice are also expected to play pivotal roles.
