Norway's national football team held a training session in Miami on Friday to prepare for their World Cup quarter-final against England [1].
The match marks a historic milestone for Norway, as the team has reached the World Cup quarterfinals for the first time [3]. With star players like Erling Haaland and Martin Ødegaard leading the squad, the team is positioned as a significant threat to England's campaign.
The teams are scheduled to meet on Saturday, July 11, 2026 [1], at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, Florida [2]. The Norwegian squad used the training session to refine tactical setups and maintain physical conditioning before the knockout match.
Reports regarding the state of the team's preparation have varied. BBC Sport said that Norway is training normally ahead of the match [1]. However, a reporter from the Daily Mirror said Norway's preparations for the quarter-final have again been disrupted [2].
Erling Haaland addressed the expectations surrounding the match. "All the pressure is on England," Haaland said [1].
Analysts suggest that while Norway is the newcomer to this stage of the tournament, their talent pool makes them a formidable opponent. One analyst for The New York Times — Athletic said Norway will give England a real fight because of Haaland, Ødegaard, and a solid team setup [3].
The match in Miami represents the culmination of Norway's deepest run in the tournament to date. The team must overcome a seasoned England side to advance to the semi-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
“"All the pressure is on England."”
Norway's first-ever appearance in a World Cup quarter-final signifies a shift in the team's competitive standing, moving from a nation with individual stars to a cohesive tournament contender. Their ability to manage external disruptions and the pressure of a historic milestone will determine if they can upset a traditional powerhouse like England.
