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Pickford sets England World Cup appearance record in quarter-final

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 13, 2026, 10:20 AM

Last updated Jul 13, 2026

Pickford sets England World Cup appearance record in quarter-final

Summary

Jordan Pickford set a new record for England with his 18th World Cup appearance during the team's 2-1 extra-time victory over Norway in the quarter-finals of the 2026 World Cup. This match not only sent England into the semi-finals for the fourth time in history but also marked Pickford's achievement of his 90th cap. Harry Kane matched Peter Shilton's previous record of 17 World Cup appearances and earned his 120th cap. The team is preparing for an upcoming semi-final match against Argentina, where Pickford looks to extend his record.

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By the Numbers

•Pickford makes his 18th World Cup appearance, surpassing Peter Shilton
•Match ends with England's 2-1 victory over Norway in extra-time
•Kane reaches 120 caps and ties Shilton for World Cup appearances
•Next match is the semi-final against Argentina

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England's dramatic 2-1 extra-time victory over Norway in the 2026 World Cup quarter-finals was a landmark occasion for more than one reason. Not only did it send the Three Lions into the semi-finals f...
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