The Guardian
·Jul 2026
World Cup 2026: reaction to England’s quarter-final win over Norway and more – live
England advance to the World Cup semi-finals after a hard-fought extra-time win over Norway in Miami, driven by Jude Bellingham’s decisive performance. Norway dispute England’s opening goal, arguing the ball struck an overhead camera cable, a claim FIFA rejected. Argentina also progress after a controversial win over Switzerland, highlighted by Breel Embolo’s red card following a VAR ‘mistaken identity’ check. Commentary criticises FIFA’s technological decisions and broader integrity concerns, while analysis highlights England’s uneven form, selection questions and reliance on Bellingham. The semi-finals will feature England, Argentina, France and Spain, the top four ranked teams globally.