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Fans celebrate England's win following a screening of the World Cup 2026 quarterfinal match between Norway and England at The Clapham Grand

Video. Jude Bellingham double sends jubilant England into World Cup semis

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England beat Norway 2-1 in extra time on 12 July 2026 to reach the World Cup semifinals. Fans celebrated in London after a Jude Bellingham double sent the Three Lions through to face Argentina.

Jubilant England supporters filled the streets of London on Saturday 12 July, singing and chanting after the Three Lions' 2-1 victory over Norway. Supporters hailed Jude Bellingham's decisive contribution and said the victory had strengthened their belief that England could finally bring the World Cup trophy home.

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Norway's Andreas Schjelderup put the Norwegians ahead in the 36th minute, but Bellingham equalised before half-time and struck again in the third minute of extra time to seal a 2-1 win. Erling Haaland, who had scored seven goals in the tournament, was held scoreless and substituted late in extra time for Jorgen Strand Larsen.

England, champions in 1966, reached the semifinals for the first time since 2018 and will face Argentina on Wednesday in Atlanta. Norway exit after their first World Cup quarterfinal appearance, having captivated fans with their celebratory "Viking row".

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