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England advances to World Cup semis after beating Norway; Bellingham shines, Haaland and Kane contained

From Le Figaro · () French

Translated from French, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • England defeated Norway 2-1 in extra time to advance to the 2026 World Cup semifinals.
  • Jude Bellingham was a standout performer for England, while Erling Haaland and Harry Kane struggled.
  • Le Figaro analyzed the key moments and player performances in the quarter-final match.

England secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Norway in extra time, advancing to the 2026 World Cup semifinals. The match, held in Miami, saw Prince Jude Bellingham emerge as a pivotal figure for the English side, overshadowing the efforts of Norway's stars, Erling Haaland and Harry Kane.

Bellingham's performance was highlighted as a decisive factor in England's progression. In contrast, Haaland and Kane found themselves contained by the English defense, unable to significantly impact the game's outcome. The quarter-final clash proved to be a stern test for the English team, pushing them to their limits.

Le Figaro's analysis dissects the critical junctures of the match, identifying the "tops and flops" from both sides. The publication noted the intensity of the contest, which ultimately saw England prevail after a grueling 90 minutes, forcing the game into extra time where their decisive goal was scored.

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Originally published by Le Figaro in French. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.