England secured passage to the 2026 World Cup semi-finals following a dramatic 2-1 victory over Norway in the quarter-final match. The contest began with Norway establishing an early advantage. In the 36th minute, Andreas Schjelderup scored to give Norway the lead, assisted by Martin Odegaard.
The goal was confirmed following a Video Assistant Referee (VAR) review, putting the hosts ahead 1-0. England responded late in the first half. In the 45+2 minute, Anthony Gordon delivered a pass that allowed Jude Bellingham to score, leveling the score at 1-1.
Although Harry Kane subsequently scored, the goal was disallowed for an offside infraction. The second half saw Norway regain the lead at one point, keeping the pressure on the visiting side. However, the deadlock was broken in the ensuing minutes, leading to a tense period of play that ultimately required extra time to determine a winner.
The match culminated in a decisive performance by England, who managed to secure the necessary victory over Norway in the additional time. The final scoreline of 2-1 confirms England’s advancement to the semi-finals. The match showcased high drama, with both sides competing fiercely to advance after a difficult quarter-final fixture.
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