Jude Bellingham once again delivered for England as he scored twice to inspire a dramatic 2-1 extra-time victory over Norway in the World Cup quarter-finals. The midfielder cancelled out Andreas Schjelderup’s first-half goal before scoring the winner in the 93rd minute of extra time. The victory sends England into the semi-finals, where they will face either Argentina or Switzerland in Atlanta.

Norway strike first after slow opening

The match began cautiously, with both teams struggling to create chances. Harry Kane had the first attempt of the game when he fired a free-kick over the crossbar. Shortly afterwards, John Stones almost gifted Norway an opportunity with a loose pass, but goalkeeper Jordan Pickford reacted quickly to clear the danger before Erling Haaland could reach the ball.

Norway gradually grew into the contest and took the lead in the 36th minute. Andreas Schjelderup cut in from the left and appeared to be crossing towards Haaland. Instead, the ball struck the inside of the far post and went into the net, giving Norway a surprise advantage.

Bellingham levels the score

England increased the pressure after the break and finally found the equaliser through Bellingham. The midfielder continued his impressive World Cup form by bringing England back into the game and forcing extra time after both sides failed to find another goal during normal time.

England complete comeback in extra time

England started extra time on the front foot. Morgan Rogers tested Norway goalkeeper Orjan Nyland with a curling effort from long range. Nyland failed to hold onto the shot, and Bellingham reacted quickest to score from the rebound in the 93rd minute. The goal completed England's comeback and proved to be the winner.

England thought they had earned a penalty later in extra time, but the referee overturned the decision after a review. Norway manager Stale Solbakken also made a surprise decision by taking Erling Haaland off at half-time in extra time.

England continued to push forward. Nyland spilled another long-range effort from Djed Spence before recovering to deny Bukayo Saka on the rebound. However, England had already done enough to secure victory.

Slow match comes alive

The quarter-final took time to find its rhythm. The first shot of the game came only in the 29th minute through Harry Kane. It marked the latest first attempt in any match at this World Cup.

Schjelderup's clever finish finally broke the deadlock. The Norwegian forward has now recorded four goal involvements at the tournament, with one goal and three assists. Among players aged 22 or younger, only Johan Manzambi has contributed to more goals.

Bellingham continues historic World Cup run

Bellingham once again proved to be England's biggest match-winner. The 23-year-old has now scored six non-penalty goals at the 2026 World Cup. Only Gary Lineker scored as many in a single World Cup for England, achieving the feat in 1986.

Bellingham also reached 12 goal involvements at major international tournaments for England, with nine goals and three assists. Only Harry Kane, with 25, and David Beckham, with 14, have recorded more goal contributions for England in major tournaments.

The midfielder also made history by becoming the first player since Diego Maradona in 1986 to score two or more goals in consecutive World Cup knockout matches.

At 23 years and 12 days, he is the youngest player to achieve that milestone since Pele did so at the 1958 World Cup.

England keep Haaland quiet

Although the game lacked quality for long periods, England's defence produced one of its best performances of the tournament.

The Three Lions limited Norway's attacking opportunities and prevented Erling Haaland from scoring.

England became the first team to keep Haaland scoreless in a competitive international match since Austria achieved the feat in October 2024, ending a run that had lasted 636 days.

Pickford and Kane reach major milestones

The victory also marked important personal achievements for two England stars.

Jordan Pickford made his 18th World Cup appearance, the highest by any England player.

Harry Kane earned his 120th international cap, moving level with Wayne Rooney for the second-most appearances in England history.

Only Peter Shilton, with 125 caps, has played more matches for the national team.