The 2026 FIFA World Cup has reached its business end, and Saturday’s quarter-final between Norway and England is the tie everyone is talking about. Two of the planet’s deadliest strikers — Erling Haaland and Harry Kane — go head-to-head at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey for a place in the semi-finals.
The Haaland vs Kane Battle
If you love goals, this is the match you cannot miss. Haaland has been unstoppable at this tournament, netting seven goals in four appearances — including a match-winning double against Brazil in the Round of 16. The Manchester City star has scored in 14 consecutive international matches and boasts 62 goals in 51 caps for Norway.
Kane is right on his heels with six goals in the tournament. The Bayern Munich striker has been the heartbeat of Thomas Tuchel’s England, scoring crucial goals against DR Congo and converting a nerveless penalty against Mexico in the Round of 16. Since leaving Tottenham, Kane has won back-to-back Bundesliga titles and the European Golden Shoe — he’s playing the best football of his career.
How the Teams Reached This Point
England’s path has been gritty but effective. After a 2-1 win over DR Congo and a 3-2 victory over Mexico thanks to Kane’s late penalty, Tuchel’s side has shown resilience. Jude Bellingham has scored four goals and proven to be Kane’s perfect supporting act. Norway have been the tournament’s surprise package. Solbakken’s fearless side stunned Brazil 2-1 in the Round of 16, with Haaland scoring twice. Without him in the final group game — a 4-1 loss to France — Norway looked toothless.
What Tuchel Said
England head coach Thomas Tuchel admitted stopping Haaland is a major concern. “You can’t avoid focusing on him,” Tuchel said. “He has history against my sides and he’s in frightening form. But we have Harry Kane, and I wouldn’t swap him for anyone.”
Semi-Finals Loom
France and Spain are already through to the semi-finals after beating Morocco (2-0) and Belgium (2-1). The winner of Norway vs England faces either Argentina or Switzerland in the last four on Wednesday, July 15. France meet Spain on Tuesday, July 14.
FAQ
When is Norway vs England?
Saturday, July 11, 22:00 BST / 5:00 PM ET at MetLife Stadium, New Jersey.
When is the final?
Sunday, July 19 at 20:00 BST / 3:00 PM ET.
Upcoming Fixtures
- QF: Norway vs England — Sat July 11, 22:00 BST
- QF: Argentina vs Switzerland — Sun July 12, 02:00 BST
- SF: France vs Spain — Tue July 14, 20:00 BST
- SF: Winner QF3 vs Winner QF4 — Wed July 15, 20:00 BST
- 3rd Place: Sat July 18, 22:00 BST
- Final: Sun July 19, 20:00 BST