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Ezri Konsa discusses challenge of facing Erling Haaland in quarterfinal

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 10, 2026, 10:54 PM

Last updated Jul 10, 2026

Ezri Konsa discusses challenge of facing Erling Haaland in quarterfinal

Summary

England's Ezri Konsa spoke ahead of Saturday's World Cup quarterfinal against Norway at Hard Rock Stadium, emphasizing the need for focus in defending against Erling Haaland. Konsa, who has started every game of the tournament for England, expressed confidence in his defensive skills despite Haaland's impressive scoring record during the competition. He acknowledged Norway's additional attacking threats, including players like Martin Ødegaard and Alexander Sørloth. The matchup promises to be competitive as both teams seek to advance in the tournament.

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By the Numbers

•Konsa confident in handling Haaland's threats in quarterfinal
•Match takes place at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami
•Haaland has scored seven goals at this World Cup
•Konsa highlights Norway's overall attacking talent
•England aims to maintain focus to succeed

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10:54 PMYahoo Sports — England's Ezri Konsa on 'test' Norway's Erling Haaland represents in World Cup quarterfinal

What they're saying

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Ezri Konsa has given an insight into what it will take for England to keep Norway's Erling Haaland quiet in their FIFA World Cup quarterfinal at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday
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