O'Reilly emphasizes need to contain Haaland in World Cup clash
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 9, 2026, 9:02 PM
Last updated Jul 9, 2026
England defender Nico O'Reilly highlighted the importance of stopping Erling Haaland ahead of their World Cup quarter-final against Norway in Miami. Haaland has shown impressive form with seven goals in the tournament, but O'Reilly noted that Norway has other threats beyond their star striker. Both teams have key club connections, with Arsenal players set to face off against Norway's captain Martin Odegaard. O'Reilly also addressed concerns about England's injury-hit defense, stating the squad's resilience in overcoming challenges. Meanwhile, Arsenal's Bukayo Saka discussed the team's unique offensive capabilities as they prepare for the match.
- •O'Reilly stresses Haaland is a key threat for England.
- •Haaland has scored seven goals in the tournament.
- •England faces Norway in Miami on Saturday.
- •Concerns remain over England's defense due to injuries.
- •Saka claims England has multiple scoring threats.
- 9:10 PMYahoo Sports — O’Reilly says England will be ‘alright’ if they can keep Haaland quiet
- 9:02 PMYahoo Sports — Silencing World Cup hotshot Haaland vital, says England's O'Reilly
"Keeping Erling Haaland quiet would be "huge" but the Norwegian juggernaut is not the only threat to England in their World Cup quarter-final, Manchester City teammate Nico O'Reilly said on Thursday.But yes, of course, if we can keep him quiet, it would be a huge factor."
"Manchester City star Nico O’Reilly says England should be ok against Norway if they can just keep his club teammate Erling Haaland quiet. Haaland is on red-hot form, and has bagged seven World Cup g...
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 9, 2026, 9:10 PMO’Reilly says England will be ‘alright’ if they can keep Haaland quiet
Manchester City star Nico O’Reilly says England should be ok against Norway if they can just keep his club teammate Erling Haaland quiet. Haaland is on red-hot form, and has bagged seven World Cup g...
- Yahoo SportsJul 9, 2026, 9:02 PMSilencing World Cup hotshot Haaland vital, says England's O'Reilly
Keeping Erling Haaland quiet would be "huge" but the Norwegian juggernaut is not the only threat to England in their World Cup quarter-final, Manchester City teammate Nico O'Reilly said on Thursday.But yes, of course, if we can keep him quiet, it would be a huge factor."
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