Jordan Pickford Sets England World Cup Appearance Record
On Sunday, July 12, England secured a 2-1 victory over Norway in the quarterfinals of the 2026 World Cup. Jordan Pickford started in goal for England, setting a new record in the process. The 32-year-old goalkeeper made his 18th World Cup appearance for…
Top Four FIFA-Ranked Teams Meet in 2026 World Cup Semifinals
For the first time since the introduction of the FIFA world rankings in 1992, the top four teams in the global standings have all reached the World Cup semifinals. The matchups are set as France (3) versus Spain (2), and England (4) facing Argentina (1).…
Harry Kane: We Aim to See World Cup Campaign Through to the End
England captain Harry Kane reflected on his team’s progression to the 2026 World Cup semifinals following their 2-1 quarterfinal victory over Norway. “At times, we showed quality, but it still wasn’t enough. In the end, we found a way to win.…
Martin Ødegaard hails Norway’s World Cup run as a “fantastic fairy tale”
Norwegian midfielder Martin Ødegaard reflected on his team’s 1-2 defeat to England in the 2026 World Cup quarterfinals. Both goals for England in this match were scored by midfielder Jude Bellingham. “It’s tough. I feel like we were so…
Bellingham Hails England’s Grit in 2-1 Win Over Norway
England midfielder Jude Bellingham spoke to BBC Sport following his team’s 2-1 victory over Norway, a match in which he scored twice. “It was a masterclass from the England team—not the kind where we just pass the ball around and create…
Alf-Inge Holand Criticizes Refereeing After Norway’s World Cup Quarterfinal Loss
Former Norway international Alf-Inge Håland, father of striker Erling Håland, has voiced strong criticism of the refereeing in Norway’s 2026 World Cup quarter-final clash against England. The referee controversially disallowed Norway’s second goal for an…
Micah Richards: Messi Has the Strongest Aura Among Footballers
Former Manchester City defender Mika Richards shared his thoughts ahead of the England vs. Argentina semifinal clash at the 2026 World Cup, scheduled for July 15. “England might outrun Argentina, but they have that little genius, Messi. Everyone on…
Rooney: Messi Could Be Argentina’s Defensive Weakness in World Cup Semifinal
Former England striker Wayne Rooney shared his thoughts with BBC Sport ahead of the 2026 World Cup semifinal, where the “Three Lions” will face Argentina led by their star Lionel Messi. “Messi can sometimes be a defensive vulnerability for…
Shearer Praises Tuchel’s Impact on England After Norway Win
Former England striker Alan Shearer has praised the Three Lions following their 2-1 quarter-final victory over Norway. Both English goals in the match were scored by Jude Bellingham. “We stuck together and were brilliant. Credit must go to Tuchel for…
Haaland: We’ve Made Norway One of World’s Top Teams
Norwegian striker Erling Haaland reflected on his team’s exit from the 2026 World Cup following their 1-2 quarterfinal loss to England. He said, “It means a lot to us that we performed so well, and it has brought people together across…