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Bellingham defends England despite coach's criticism after semifinal win

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 12:25 PM

Last updated Jul 12, 2026

Bellingham defends England despite coach's criticism after semifinal win

Summary

Jude Bellingham scored both goals in England's 2-1 victory over Norway to secure a place in the semifinals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Following the match, coach Thomas Tuchel expressed dissatisfaction with the team's performance, citing tactical mistakes and inconsistency. Bellingham publicly disagreed, highlighting the challenges of playing against quality opponents and the necessity of winning under difficult conditions. He praised his teammates for their resilience and cited the extreme match conditions affecting player performance.

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By the Numbers

•England wins 2-1 against Norway in the quarterfinals.
•Bellingham scored both goals, including the winner in extra time.
•Tuchel criticized the team's performance despite the victory.
•Bellingham defended the squad, praising their effort in tough conditions.
•Declan Rice struggled with physical exhaustion leading up to the match.

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Scorer of both goals in the win over Norway, the midfielder publicly disagreed with the coach’s assessment and came to the defense of the England squad.England secured their place in the semifinals ...
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