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Norway boss sees England as favourites for World Cup quarter-final

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 10, 2026, 8:10 PM

Last updated Jul 10, 2026

Norway boss sees England as favourites for World Cup quarter-final
Summary

England faces Norway in the World Cup quarter-finals on Saturday in Miami. Norway's manager Stale Solbakken described England as favourites but noted they are not overwhelming ones. He acknowledged the pressure on both teams, highlighting Norway's achievements in the tournament, including a victory over Brazil. The winner will advance to meet Argentina or Switzerland in the semi-finals next week.

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Key Details
  • •Norway eliminated Brazil in the last 16.
  • •England and Norway meet on July 11 at 22:00 BST.
  • •Erling Haaland has scored seven goals for Norway.
  • •Harry Kane has scored six goals for England in the tournament.
  • •The match winner will face Argentina or Switzerland next week.
Latest Updates
  • 8:18 PMYahoo Sports — England favourites to reach semis, says Norway boss
  • 8:10 PMBBC Sport — England favourites to reach semis, says Norway boss
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England are favourites to reach the semi-finals of the World Cup, Norway boss Stale Solbakken has told BBC Sport.

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England are favourites to reach the semi-finals of the World Cup, Norway boss Stale Solbakken has told BBC Sport.

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