Bellingham sends England into the final four

England advanced to the 2026 World Cup semi‑finals after overturning a first‑half deficit to defeat Norway 2‑1 in a tense, exhausting quarter‑final. Andreas Schjelderup stunned the Three Lions with a precise left‑footed finish, punishing England’s slow start despite their dominance of possession. Thomas Tuchel’s side eventually responded before the break, when Jude Bellingham timed his run perfectly to convert Anthony Gordon’s clever assist and claim his fifth goal of the tournament.

With neither team able to find a breakthrough in normal time, the match moved into extra time, where Norway continued to threaten on the counter. England finally seized control when Morgan Rogers tested Orjan Nyland from distance; Bellingham reacted fastest to the rebound, smashing home the decisive goal. Norway pushed desperately for an equaliser, but Jordan Pickford and England’s defence held firm. After 120 dramatic minutes, England secured their place in the final four.