England Favored to Beat Norway in 2026 World Cup Quarterfinal

2026 World Cup Quarterfinal: Norway vs England

According to Главком: England enters the 2026 World Cup quarterfinal against Norway as the betting favorite, according to odds from GGBET. The match is scheduled for July 12, 2026, at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami. Bookmakers list England’s win at 1.97, Norway’s win at 3.93, and a draw in regular time at 3.72.

Team Form Ahead of the Match

Norway, coached by Ståle Solbakken, collected 6 points in the group stage and advanced through the playoffs by defeating Ivory Coast (2-1) and Brazil (2-1). In the Brazil match, forward Erling Haaland scored both goals. England, managed by Thomas Tuchel, also showed strong form, winning against DR Congo (2-1) and Mexico (3-2) in the playoffs. Against Mexico, midfielder Jude Bellingham netted twice, and Harry Kane converted a penalty. Defender Jarell Quansah received a straight red card and will miss the quarterfinal.

Historically, England holds the edge in head-to-head matchups. Out of 12 meetings, England has won 7 times, while Norway has only 2 victories. Norway’s last win came in the qualifiers for the 1982 World Cup and the 1994 World Cup. The most recent encounter between the two sides was in September 2014, where England won 1-0. The only goal in that match was scored by forward Wayne Rooney, while goalkeeper Ørjan Nyland was in goal for Norway.

The Norway vs England match will be available for viewing on the Megogo media service. The live broadcast begins at midnight Kyiv time on the Megogo Football 1 channel.

This quarterfinal clash between Norway and England is a major event in the World Cup, as both teams have shown competitive performances throughout the playoff stage.

England’s historical advantage in head-to-head meetings could influence the players’ psychological state. Norway, meanwhile, will look to leverage its recent form and playoff successes to pull off an upset. Fans eagerly anticipate a tense and emotional encounter.

As both teams prepare for this crucial quarterfinal, it's interesting to note how England was viewed as the favorite in their previous matchup against DR Congo in the Round of 32. The analysis of that game can provide insights into England's strategy and performance, which may impact their chances against Norway. For a deeper look into the odds and expectations surrounding the earlier match, check out our coverage of England's favored status against DR Congo.