England advanced to the World Cup semi-finals with a 2-1 quarter-final victory over Norway at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami. Jude Bellingham proved decisive, scoring twice to overcome Aleksander Schjelderup's first-half equalizer. England's midfielder opened the scoring just before halftime, then sealed the result in the 93rd minute after Norway had leveled through Schjelderup's 36th-minute strike. The match remained competitive throughout, with Norway holding 48 percent possession and creating chances through thirteen shots. However, England's superior finishing and defensive organization proved decisive. England managed eight shots on target compared to Norway's four, while goalkeeper saves favored Norway's keeper with six stops against three. Both teams entered the knockout stage having qualified from their respective groups. Bellingham's commanding display earned him player of the match honors with an 8.5 rating, underlining his importance to England's tournament push as they pursue semi-final qualification.