Norway vs England is the big FIFA World Cup 2026 quarterfinal happening today, Saturday 11 July 2026, at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, Florida. Kick-off in Pakistan Standard Time (PKT) is 2:00 AM on Sunday, 12 July. This is the first-ever World Cup meeting between these two nations, and it is the biggest game in Norway’s football history. The winner goes to the semifinals on 15 July in Atlanta.
Norway vs England at a Glance
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Match | Norway vs England |
| Round | FIFA World Cup 2026 Quarterfinal |
| Venue | Hard Rock Stadium, Miami Gardens, Florida |
| Date (Pakistan) | Sunday, 12 July 2026 |
| Kick-off (PKT) | 2:00 AM |
| Kick-off (ET) | 5:00 PM Saturday |
| Winner plays | Semifinal, 15 July, Atlanta |
Norway’s Road to the Quarterfinal
Norway have already produced one of the stories of the FIFA World Cup 2026 after reaching the quarterfinals for the first time in their history. It is a stunning achievement for a country of just over five million people. Stale Solbakken’s side finished as runners-up in Group I behind France before producing two milestone victories in their first World Cup knockout matches, with Erling Haaland scoring a late winner against Cote d’Ivoire in the Round of 32, then bagging a brace against five-time champions Brazil in the Round of 16.
Norway have enjoyed a dream campaign in their first World Cup since 1998, finishing second in Group I behind France, then beating Ivory Coast 2-1 in the Round of 32 before pulling off the tournament’s biggest shock, a 2-1 win over five-time champions Brazil, with Erling Haaland scoring twice.
England’s Road to the Quarterfinal
England won Group L, then edged DR Congo 2-1 in the Round of 32 before a dramatic 3-2 win over co-hosts Mexico at the Azteca, with Jude Bellingham scoring twice and Harry Kane converting a penalty. Thomas Tuchel’s side reached a third straight World Cup quarterfinal, showing they can win ugly, though they will be without the suspended Jarell Quansah.
For Pakistani fans who love Premier League football, this match is full of familiar names. Harry Kane plays at Bayern Munich but spent years at Tottenham, while Jude Bellingham is the Real Madrid star fans in Pakistan closely follow.
The Haaland vs Kane Golden Boot Battle
This is the sub-plot that has got the whole football world talking. Erling Haaland leads the Golden Boot race with seven goals at the 2026 World Cup, one ahead of Harry Kane on six. Both are in the race for the Golden Boot, and one of them will be eliminated in this quarterfinal.
Haaland has scored seven goals in four games and is in contention for the adidas Golden Boot alongside Kylian Mbappe and Lionel Messi. Meanwhile, Harry Kane has scored six goals at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, only the third time an England player has scored six goals in a major tournament, after Gary Lineker at the 1986 World Cup and Kane himself at the 2018 World Cup.
Erling Haaland has scored in each of his last 14 competitive outings for Norway, finding the back of the net in all four of his appearances at the FIFA World Cup 2026 so far. That kind of form is simply terrifying for any defence to face. Sharing 10 of the team’s 11 goals between them, the dynamic duo of Kane and Jude Bellingham has kept England alive in the title race, especially at a time when there are defensive deficiencies in the squad.
Team News and Injury Concerns
England have some real worries at the back. England will be without defender Jarell Quansah after he was handed a two-match ban for picking up a red card in the game against Mexico. He will miss the quarterfinal and a potential semifinal should England advance. Centre-back Marc Guehi has a slight hamstring strain and was being assessed, while defensive midfielder Jordan Henderson has been ruled out of the rest of the tournament with a broken wrist.
No injury issues have been reported in the Norway camp. Solbakken has a fully fit squad and will be buzzing with confidence after what they did to Brazil.
Norway vs England Head to Head
This is the 13th football meeting between these two sides and the first at the FIFA World Cup. England boast seven wins from those encounters, with Norway recording two victories, and both previous meetings this century ended in narrow 1-0 wins for England.
History is on England’s side on paper, but this Norway team is not the same Norway from those older friendlies. They knocked out Brazil. That changes everything.
Expected Lineups
Expected Norway lineup (4-3-3): Nyland; Ryerson, Ajer, Heggem, Moller Wolfe; Berg, Berge, Odegaard; Sorloth, Haaland, Nusa. Expected England lineup (4-2-3-1): Pickford; Konsa, Stones, Guehi, O’Reilly; Rice, Anderson; Saka, Bellingham, Gordon; Kane.
One extra subplot: Haaland could face Manchester City team-mates Nico O’Reilly and Marc Guehi at Miami Stadium. Club versus country battles within a World Cup quarterfinal, that does not get more dramatic.
What Happens Next
The winner of Norway vs England will go to the semifinal at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Wednesday, July 15. They will face the winner of the second quarterfinal tonight, Argentina vs Switzerland, which kicks off at 9 PM ET (7 AM PKT Sunday). The final match is scheduled for Sunday, July 19, 2026, at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
Pakistan Fans: How to Watch Norway vs England
The match kicks off at 2:00 AM Pakistan Standard Time on Sunday, 12 July 2026. Pakistani fans can catch this on sports channels that carry FIFA World Cup 2026 coverage. Set your alarms, because this is the match of the tournament so far. While Norway are appearing in their first-ever quarterfinal, England return to the last eight for the 11th time. One team’s history, one team’s dream.
Our Prediction
England have more experience in big knockout games and their depth across the squad is a real advantage. But Haaland is the most dangerous striker in world football right now and Norway’s defensive shape is solid. Expect a tight, physical game. Predicted score: England 2-1 Norway, with Kane and Bellingham the difference makers, though do not be shocked if Haaland pulls off another miracle.
For the full official match details, visit the official FIFA World Cup 2026 website. You can also check the FIFA World Cup 2026 Wikipedia page for tournament history and full bracket details.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is Norway vs England in Pakistan?
Norway vs England kicks off at 2:00 AM Pakistan Standard Time (PKT) on Sunday, 12 July 2026. The local kick-off in Miami is 5:00 PM ET on Saturday, 11 July.
Where is Norway vs England being played?
This FIFA World Cup 2026 quarterfinal is played at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami on Saturday, July 11, with a place in the semifinals on the line.
Have Norway and England ever met at the World Cup before?
It marks the 13th football meeting between these two sides and the first at the FIFA World Cup. It is the biggest game these two nations have ever played against each other.
How many World Cup goals has Erling Haaland scored in 2026?
Haaland has scored seven goals in four games and is in contention for the adidas Golden Boot alongside Kylian Mbappe and Lionel Messi. He is the leading scorer from the remaining quarterfinal teams.
