Norway vs England Preview - prediction, team news, lineups | FIFA World Cup 2026 Quarter Finals

The most-awaited Haaland vs Kane clash to decide the third semi-finalists of the FIFA World Cup 2026.

Miami Stadium (Hard Rock Stadium) in Florida, United States of America, gears up to host the quarterfinals fixtures of the FIFA World Cup 2026, where the 1966 Champions England and Norway lock horns in what is set to be a thrilling contest.

The Vikings have been on a dream run at the FIFA World Cup 2026. For the first time, the Norwegians have made it to the quarter-finals of the World Cup after making it to the Round of 16 in 1938 and 1998. The 31st-ranked nation in the world have been the dark horse of the FIFA World Cup 2026.

After finishing second in the Group of Death, they went on to beat the Ivory Coast in the Round of 32 before pulling one of the biggest upsets by defeating five-time world champions Brazil in the Round of 16. Ståle Solbakken, who has been at the helm of Norwegian football since 2020, leads them.

England went on to top the Group after getting the better of Croatia and Panama and settling for a goalless draw against Ghana. They escaped a scare against DR Congo after they were trailing 1-0 in the last few minutes of the game in the Round of 16 clash.

The Three Lions went on to do the impossible. Thomas Tuchel’s men avenged their injustice in Azteca after four long decades since the Hand of God moment. They defended with a man down against a prime Mexican side at an altitude of over 7,000 feet to win 3-2.

The winner of this game will lock horns with either Argentina, Colombia, Egypt, or Switzerland in the Semi-Finals of the FIFA World Cup 2026.

The quarterfinals brings a fierce, knockout intensity where reputations matter less than 90 minutes of pure desire. The tournament enters a phase where absolute underdogs can stun football giants. Fans can expect a thrilling, high-stakes battle where any result is possible and either side has everything it takes to win.

Kick-off:

• Location: Miami Gardens, Florida, USA
• Stadium: Miami Stadium (Hard Rock Stadium)
• Date: Saturday, July 11
• Kick-off time: 10 p.m. BST, 5 p.m. local EDT [Sunday, July 12 at 2:30 a.m. IST]
• Referee: TBD
• VAR: In use

Form:

Norway (in all competitions): W-W-L-W-W

England (in all competitions): W-W-W-D-W

Players to Watch

Orjan Nyland (Norway)

Erling Haaland’s brace indeed won the game for Norway against Brazil. But had there not been Nyland between the sticks for Norway, things would have been very different. It was Nyland who saved Bruno Guimaraes’ penalty early on to shift the momentum entirely towards Norway.

Moreover, Nyland has a lot of experience facing English strikers during his time in England with AFC Bournemouth, Aston Villa and Norwich City. He will be up against one of the best attacking lineups, boasting Kane, Bellingham, Saka and Gordon, and he needs to be at his absolute best.

Jordan Pickford (England)

We feel that when two of the best attacking sides meet, goalkeepers determine the fate of the game. England custodian Jordan Pickford has time and again proved why every English coach, whether Southgate or Tuchel prefers him over other custodians. He made three crucial saves against Mexico in the last game.

Pickford will be up against Haaland, the same guy who casually scored a brace to knock out the most successful team in the competition. The Everton keeper is a big match player, and even if the game goes to penalties, Pickford’s safe hands will be key for the Three Lions.

Match Facts

• England won 1-0 when these two sides last met in a friendly
• The last time Norway defeated England was back in 1993.
• Jimmy Greaves of England is the leading goalscorer in this fixture.

Norway vs England: Betting Tips and Odds

• England to win – 5/2 with bet365
• Harry Kane to score – 7/4 with bet365
• Norway 1-3 England – 10/11 with bet365

Injury and Team News

Thomas Tuchel’s right-back worry continues as Quansah was sent off in the last game. Barring any intervention from King Charles or Keir Starmer, the Leverkusen fullback is set to be replaced by Tottenham fullback Djed Spence. Jordan Henderson will also be out after picking up an injury while celebrating the win.

There are still concerns over the fitness of Wolves fullback Wolfe and Genoa defender Ostigaard is set to replace him in the lineup. Apart from that, Ståle Solbakken might stick to the same team.

Head-to-Head

Total games: 12

Norway won: 02

England won: 07

Matches drawn: 03

Predicted Lineups

Norway predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Ørjan Nyland (GK); Julian Ryerson, Kristoffer Ajer, Torbjørn Heggem, Leo Østigård; Patrick Berg, Sander Berge; Alexander Sørloth, Martin Ødegaard, Antonio Nusa; Erling Haaland.

England predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Jordan Pickford (GK); Djed Spence, Marc Guéhi, Ezri Konsa, Jack O’Reilly; Elliot Anderson, Declan Rice; Noni Madueke, Jude Bellingham, Anthony Gordon; Harry Kane.

Match Prediction

Given England’s form, they are the favourites now. But it would not be wise to rule out Norway who eliminated Brazil. We expect the game to end in a high-scoring thriller with England making it to the semi-finals of the FIFA World Cup 2026.

Prediction: Norway 1-3 England

Telecast Details

India: Unite8 Sports Channels, ZEE5

UK: BBC & ITV

USA: FOX Sports

Nigeria: DStv, GOtv

Full Broadcaster List here.

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