England win 2-1 after extra time in the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-final

The quarter-final of the FIFA World Cup 2026 brought Norway and England to Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida, for a winner-takes-all encounter. With both nations aware that a single mistake could end their tournament, the atmosphere was electric as the 90-minute regulation period promised high stakes and tight margins.

How it unfolded

Norway opened the scoring in the 36th minute when Andreas Schjelderup struck with a left-footed shot from the left side of the box, finding the top right corner after a precise pass from Martin Ødegaard. The goal gave the Scandinavians a 1-0 lead and shifted the early momentum in their favour.

Just before the half-time whistle, England responded. In stoppage time of the first half, Jude Bellingham equalised in the 45'+2' minute. Bellingham’s left-footed effort from the left side of the area sent the ball to the bottom right corner, set up by an assist from Anthony Gordon. The level-playing finish restored parity and sent the match into a tense second half.

The deadlock persisted through the remainder of the 90 minutes, forcing the game into extra time. The first period of extra time proved decisive when, in the 93rd minute, Jude Bellingham scored his second goal of the evening. Receiving the ball from a corner, he turned and fired a right-footed shot from the centre of the box into the bottom left corner, giving England a 2-1 advantage. This extra-time strike proved to be the match-winner.

Later in extra time, Norway’s Kristoffer Ajer was cautioned in the 117th minute, receiving a yellow card. The booking came as the visitors pushed for an equaliser, but England held firm to see out the remainder of the tie.

Standout performers

Andreas Schjelderup’s opening goal highlighted Norway’s attacking intent, while the creative link from Martin Ødegaard set the tone for the early lead. England’s Jude Bellingham was the decisive figure, delivering two crucial goals, including the extra-time winner, and demonstrating composure under pressure. His teammate Anthony Gordon provided the assist that sparked the equaliser, underscoring England’s depth in attacking contributions.

Match facts

  • Final score: Norway 1-2 England (after extra time)
  • Scorers:
    • Norway – Andreas Schjelderup (36') – assist: Martin Ødegaard
    • England – Jude Bellingham (45'+2') – assist: Anthony Gordon
    • England – Jude Bellingham (93' extra time)
  • Bookings: Kristoffer Ajer (Norway) – yellow card, 117' (extra time)
  • Venue: Hard Rock Stadium, Miami Gardens, Florida

What it means

England’s 2-1 extra-time victory secures their place in the next stage of the FIFA World Cup 2026, while Norway’s defeat ends their tournament campaign at the quarter-final stage.