Norway have ended their long absence from major international tournaments in dramatic style. After picking up victories over Iraq and Senegal in the group stage, Ståle Solbakken’s side squeezed past Côte d'Ivoire (2-1) before stunning five-time champions Brazil 2-1 in the Round of 16.

Erling Haaland has been the undisputed star of Norway's campaign, racking up seven goals to sit among the tournament's top goalscorers. Supported by Martin Ødegaard’s playmaking ability, Norway possess enough firepower to breach any backline.

England: Unbeaten Under Tuchel and Chasing World Cup Glory

England enter the quarterfinals boasting an unblemished record under manager Thomas Tuchel. After collecting seven points in the group stage, the Three Lions displayed tactical resilience to edge past DR Congo (2-1) and survive a five-goal thriller against co-hosts Mexico (3-2).

Harry Kane (6 goals) and Jude Bellingham remain central to England’s silverware ambitions. Having reached the semifinals in 2018 and quarter-finals in 2022, this squad is determined to go all the way and lift the World Cup trophy.

Key Match Stats & Head-to-Head

• England remain unbeaten across all competitions this season under Thomas Tuchel.

• England have scored two or more goals in each of their last three World Cup matches.

• England won the most recent encounter between these two sides 1-0.

Norway vs England Prediction

Both sides feature world-class goalscoring talent in Haaland and Kane, but neither defense has looked infallible during the knockout stage.

Expect an open, end-to-end fixture with chances at both ends of the pitch.

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Match Prediction: Both Teams to Score — Yes.