England defeats Norway 2–1 in extra time to reach World Cup semifinals
Jude Bellingham scored both goals as England advanced to face Argentina on Wednesday in Atlanta.
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England advanced to the 2026 World Cup semifinals by defeating Norway 2–1 after extra time, with Jude Bellingham scoring both goals.
Bellingham opened the scoring in the 45+2 minute before adding the decisive goal in the 93rd minute of extra time. The victory sends England to Atlanta on Wednesday, July 15, where they will face Argentina in the semifinals.
Argentina also secured its semifinal spot on Sunday, defeating Switzerland 3–1 after extra time in Kansas City. The match was tied 1–1 at the end of regular time before Argentina scored twice during the additional 30 minutes. It was the first World Cup match in which Lionel Messi did not score.
The other semifinal will see France take on Spain on Tuesday, July 14, in Dallas at 12 p.m. PT. The bronze-medal match is scheduled for Saturday, July 18, in Miami, with the final set for Sunday, July 19, in New Jersey.
By the numbers
Who scored England's goals against Norway?
Jude Bellingham scored both goals for England in their 2–1 victory over Norway in extra time.
When and where will England play Argentina?
England will face Argentina in the World Cup semifinals on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, in Atlanta.
What was the score of Argentina's semifinal-clinching match?
Argentina defeated Switzerland 3–1 after extra time on Sunday, July 12, 2026, in Kansas City to secure its semifinal spot.
When is the World Cup final scheduled?
The World Cup final is scheduled for Sunday, July 19, 2026, in New Jersey.
