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England advances to World Cup semi-finals after Bellingham's crucial goal against Norway
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2026-07-12 06:08   Sports   10

England advances to World Cup semi-finals after Bellingham's crucial goal against Norway

England secured a dramatic 2-1 victory over Norway in a tense World Cup quarter-final at Miami's Hard Rock Stadium, thanks to a last-minute goal from Jude Bellingham.The match, played under sweltering conditions with a heat index of 108 Fahrenheit (42°C), saw England overcome several controversial incidents.

Norway's initial lead was nullified by a VAR review after Erling Haaland was found to have fouled Elliot Anderson, while a goal-kick from Norway's Orjan Nyland struck an overhead camera cable, leading to an equalizer for England in first-half stoppage time.

Bellingham's 93rd-minute winner came after Nyland's error in goal, securing England's place in the semi-finals against either Argentina or Switzerland.England manager Thomas Tuchel admitted the team relied on luck, citing missed opportunities and defensive lapses.The win sets up a potential showdown with Argentina, while Switzerland poses a threat to the South American giants in their semi-final clash.The match highlighted the unpredictability of football, with key decisions and luck playing pivotal roles in the outcome.

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