Norway coach claims wires assist England's equalizer in quarter-final
ESPN Soccer • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 3:35 AM
Last updated Jul 12, 2026
In a heated quarter-final in Miami on July 11, Jude Bellingham's brace led England to a 2-1 victory over Norway, sending them through to the semi-finals. Norway took the lead with a goal from Andreas Schjelderup, but England equalized in first-half stoppage time. Norway coach Stale Solbakken argued that the overhead wires should be credited for the goal after the ball dropped unexpectedly, although FIFA's ball sensor found no evidence of interference. The match, played in uncomfortable humidity, included England's quick response following a likely goal kick mishap from Norway's goalkeeper Orjan Nyland. England's win marks a significant milestone in their World Cup journey, while the end of Norway's campaign highlights their historic run since their last World Cup appearance in 1998.
- •England advances to the semi-finals after a 2-1 win
- •Jude Bellingham scores twice for England
- •Andreas Schjelderup opens scoring for Norway
- •Controversy over the ball's contact with overhead wires
- •Match took place in Miami under humid conditions
- 8:22 AMESPN Soccer — Norway boss fumes at 'clear' TV wire goal assist
- 3:35 AMYahoo Sports — Norway coach says overhead wire deserves an assist for England goal
"Norway boss Stale Solbakken believes the overhead wires deserve an assist for England’s equaliser as the ball dropped down “straight from heaven” despite FIFA’s ball sensor showing no contact. Jude Bellingham’s brace secured a 2-1 quarter-final victory that went to extra-time in hot and humid Miami, where Andreas Schjelderup’s cross-shot had given the Scandinavians the lead.
"Norway boss Stale Solbakken has said he believes the overhead wires deserve an assist for England's equaliser.
Sources
External links- ESPN SoccerJul 12, 2026, 8:22 AMNorway boss fumes at 'clear' TV wire goal assist
Norway boss Stale Solbakken has said he believes the overhead wires deserve an assist for England's equaliser.
- Yahoo SportsJul 12, 2026, 3:35 AMNorway coach says overhead wire deserves an assist for England goal
Norway boss Stale Solbakken believes the overhead wires deserve an assist for England’s equaliser as the ball dropped down “straight from heaven” despite FIFA’s ball sensor showing no contact. Jude Bellingham’s brace secured a 2-1 quarter-final victory that went to extra-time in hot and humid Miami, where Andreas Schjelderup’s cross-shot had given the Scandinavians the lead.
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