Erling Haaland challenges England ahead of World Cup quarter-final
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 9, 2026, 7:43 PM
Last updated Jul 9, 2026
Erling Haaland has ramped up the anticipation before Norway's World Cup quarter-final against England, scheduled for Saturday. The Manchester City striker has scored seven goals in five matches during the tournament, leading Norway's remarkable journey to this stage after defeating Brazil in the last 16. Haaland emphasized the personal significance of the match, highlighting his English roots and relationships with English teammates. He called on media to apply pressure on the English side, stating they should be firm favorites. The winner of this match will advance to face Argentina or Switzerland in the semi-finals next Wednesday.
- •Norway faces England in a World Cup quarter-final on Saturday.
- •Haaland leads Norway with seven goals in five matches.
- •Norway upset Brazil in the last 16 to reach this stage.
- •Haaland shares personal connections with English players.
- •The semi-final opponent will be either Argentina or Switzerland.
- 10:17 PMYahoo Sports — Erling Haaland piles pressure on England ahead of World Cup quarterfinal
- 7:43 PMYahoo Sports — Erling Haaland ramps up mind games with England before World Cup quarter-final
"Erling Haaland may be a FIFA World Cup Golden Boot favorite for tournament dark horses Norway, but the towering striker still believes England are the favorites in their upcoming quarterfinal
"Erling Haaland will hope to continue his stunning goalscoring form against England on Saturday
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 9, 2026, 10:17 PMErling Haaland piles pressure on England ahead of World Cup quarterfinal
Erling Haaland may be a FIFA World Cup Golden Boot favorite for tournament dark horses Norway, but the towering striker still believes England are the favorites in their upcoming quarterfinal
- Yahoo SportsJul 9, 2026, 7:43 PMErling Haaland ramps up mind games with England before World Cup quarter-final
Erling Haaland will hope to continue his stunning goalscoring form against England on Saturday
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