England and Norway meet in World Cup quarter-finals, recalling famous commentary
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 8, 2026, 9:22 AM
Last updated Jul 8, 2026
England faces Norway in the World Cup quarter-finals in Miami on Saturday. The match revives memories of 1981 when Norway caused a major upset by defeating England 2-1 in a World Cup qualifier. Norwegian commentator Bjorge Lillelien famously celebrated that victory with a speech aimed at Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher. Erling Haaland has already scored seven goals in this World Cup, contributing to Norway's strong offensive performance.
- •Match taking place in Miami on July 8, 2026.
- •Norway’s shocking 1981 win over England remains a significant moment.
- •Bjorge Lillelien's famous commentary became a cultural touchstone.
- •Haaland's seven goals contribute to Norway's success in the tournament.
- 9:22 AMYahoo Sports — 'Your boys took a hell of a beating' - England and Norway's football rivalry
- 9:22 AMBBC Sport — 'Your boys took a hell of a beating' - England and Norway's football rivalry
"England's meeting with Norway in the World Cup quarter-final revives memories a commentary more famous than their rivalry.
"England's meeting with Norway in the World Cup quarter-final revives memories a commentary more famous than their rivalry.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 8, 2026, 9:22 AM'Your boys took a hell of a beating' - England and Norway's football rivalry
England's meeting with Norway in the World Cup quarter-final revives memories a commentary more famous than their rivalry.
- BBC SportJul 8, 2026, 9:22 AM'Your boys took a hell of a beating' - England and Norway's football rivalry
England's meeting with Norway in the World Cup quarter-final revives memories a commentary more famous than their rivalry.
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