List of referees & officials for Norway vs England FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-final match

Both nations are set for their first-ever World Cup meeting.

The FIFA World Cup 2026 has narrowed down to its last eight teams, and the tournament is currently underway with its quarter-final fixtures. In a historic knockout encounter, the Norway national football team are set for a monumental clash against heavyweights England at the Miami Stadium in Florida, USA.

Norway will arrive for the encounter with huge expectations, with the nation currently part of a historic campaign. Led by manager Ståle Solbakken, Norway had a brilliant group stage campaign, advancing as group leaders.

They had a dominant display in the Round of 32, securing a 2-1 win over Ivory Coast. They then played Brazil in the Round of 32, defying all odds to manage a 2-1 victory, qualifying for the quarterfinals for the first time in the nation’s history.

England arrived for the competition, with manager Thomas Tuchel tasked with guiding the elite squad to their second World Cup title. They had a solid start to the tournament, topping their group.

The Three Lions then displayed immense resilience in the knockout rounds, securing a 2-1 win over DR Congo. They then proved their attacking prowess in the Round of 16, managing a dramatic 3-2 win over tournament co-hosts Mexico.

The matchup will be the ultimate battle between both nations’ elite strikers, Erling Haaland and Harry Kane, two of the best strikers in modern football. Erling Haaland is in incredible form in his tournament debut, netting seven goals, while Harry Kane has scored six goals so far.

Despite the rich history between both nations, it will be the first time that Norway and England will be meeting at the World Cup, adding to the competitive flair.

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List of Referees for the Norway vs England 2026 World Cup Quarter-Final:

Frenchman Clément Turpin will be the main referee for the heavyweight clash between Norway and England. He will be officiating his ninth game at the World Cup, making him one of the most decorated referees in the competition’s history.

Nicolas Danos and Benjamin Pagès will be his primary assistants for the game, with the three men previously having worked together for several high-profile matches in the World Cup, UEFA Champions League and the EUROs.

• Head Referee: Clément Turpin (France)
• Assistant Referee 1: Nicolas Danos (France)
• Assistant Referee 2: Benjamin Pagès (France)
• Fourth Official: Alejandro Hernandez (Spain)
• Reserve Assistant Referee: Jose Enrique Naranjo (Spain)

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