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England Beats Norway 2-1, Bellingham Scores Twice, Haaland Subbed

7/12/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Haaland was subbed in extra time as Norway fell 2-1 to England, ending Norway’s World Cup run.
Norway’s coach said Haaland was taken off because he was “finished” after a grueling match in extreme heat.
Jude Bellingham scored both England goals, the first after a disputed strike that Norway claimed hit a wire.
Haaland entered with seven World Cup goals, tying Messi and Mbappé for the Golden Boot lead.

History

Historical Context

Norway’s surprise 2-0 win over Brazil and 540-minute shut-out at the 1998 World Cup under coach Egil Olsen marked its golden era. Decades of missed tournaments ended when striker Erling Haaland netted 16 qualifying goals, propelling the team toward a World Cup spot. His extra-time appearance in Qatar’s 38 °C heat revived FIFA’s debate on stricter temperature policies.

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Story summary

Haaland was subbed in extra time as Norway fell 2-1 to England, ending Norway’s World Cup run.
Norway’s coach said Haaland was taken off because he was “finished” after a grueling match in extreme heat.
Jude Bellingham scored both England goals, the first after a disputed strike that Norway claimed hit a wire.
Haaland entered with seven World Cup goals, tying Messi and Mbappé for the Golden Boot lead.

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