England Prepares for World Cup 2026 Quarter-Final Against Norway in Miami
Following their dramatic victory in the Azteca, England and Thomas Tuchel now look toward Miami as the Three Lions prepare to face Norway in the World Cup 2026 quarter-finals.
After heroically holding on to knock out co-hosts Mexico, England must now shift focus from that emotional high and altitude to challenge Erling Haaland and his teammates.
Norway has impressed throughout the tournament, notably securing a ruthless victory over Brazil in the previous round, and the squad includes several familiar faces for England’s Premier League players.
Here is all the essential information regarding the match.
When is Norway vs England?
The match between Norway and England kicks off at 10pm BST on Saturday 11 July at Miami’s Hard Rock Stadium.
How can I watch it?
Viewers in the United Kingdom can watch the match live on ITV1, with coverage beginning at 8:45pm BST. The match is also available to stream live on ITVX.
Who will the winner face next?
The winner of this tie will advance to the semi-finals to face either Argentina or Switzerland.
Team news
Several members of the Norway squad are recovering from a virus, though Solbakken has downplayed reports of a widespread illness affecting the dressing room. Right back Julian Ryerson is managing a hamstring issue but remains expected to start.
Possible Norway XI: Nyland; Ryerson; Ajer, Heggem, Moller Wolfe; Odegaard, Berge, Berg; Bobb, Haaland, Nusa.
England received a boost as Declan Rice, Marc Guehi, and Reece James all participated in training the day before the match. The primary uncertainty surrounds whether James is fit to return at right back while dealing with his own hamstring injury. If he cannot play, Tuchel must decide between starting Ezri Konsa or utilizing Djed Spence on his weaker side. Jordan Henderson remains sidelined due to a freak arm injury suffered during celebrations in Mexico.
Possible England XI: Pickford; James, Konsa, Guehi, O’Reilly; Anderson, Rice; Saka, Bellingham, Gordon; Kane.
