Haaland says pressure is on England ahead of World Cup clash
Sky Sports Football • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 9, 2026, 4:42 PM
Last updated Jul 9, 2026

Erling Haaland asserts that England should feel confident as they prepare for their World Cup quarter-final against Norway in Miami this Saturday. Speaking after Norway's victory over Brazil, which paved the way for this matchup, Haaland emphasized that the pressure lies with England to progress to the semi-finals. He noted the unique nature of facing teammates from the Premier League, calling the game special. As of now, the two teams are gearing up for an important knockout fixture that will determine one team's advancement in the tournament.
- •England plays Norway in Miami on Saturday for a World Cup semi-final spot.
- •Haaland believes England must handle the pressure of being favorites.
- •Norway's recent win over Brazil has secured a favorable matchup for England.
- •The match is set to showcase Premier League teammates on opposite sides.
- •Haaland calls the game 'super special' due to his connections in England.
"Norway's Erling Haaland says England should rightly feel confident ahead of the quarter-final clash between the two sides, insisting the pressure is firmly on Thomas Tuchel's side to progress.
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