Norway 1-2 England: Bellingham’s Late Heroics Seal Vital Win in Miami
England clawed their way back from a shaky start to claim a dramatic 2-1 victory over Norway in their Group I opener at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, with Jude Bellingham stealing the show in stoppage time.
The visitors were caught cold early on as Norway struck first in the 36th minute through Andreas Schjelderup, who made no mistake from close range after a well-worked move down the left. The goal gave the Scandinavians a deserved lead and sent shockwaves through the English camp — a rare moment of vulnerability.
But England responded with urgency after the break. Just two minutes into the second half, Bellingham — ever the sparkplug — found the net with a crisp, low drive that curled past the goalkeeper. It was a composed finish, instantly reigniting England’s hopes and shifting the momentum.
Then came the moment that defined the night. With the clock deep in added time, Bellingham latched onto a loose ball in the box and fired home with clinical precision in the 93rd minute. The roar from the stands was deafening as the England players erupted in celebration — a late, heart-stopping winner that sealed all three points.
The win sends England top of Group I with maximum points, while Norway will be left rueing what might have been. Schjelderup’s early strike had given them a glimmer of hope for a statement result, but Bellingham’s brace proved too much to overcome.
With this victory, England have set the tone for their World Cup 2026 campaign — resilient, opportunistic, and capable of turning games when it matters most. Now, the focus shifts to the rest of the group stage, where the team will look to build on this foundation. For Norway, the dream of an upset is dashed, but their fight isn’t over — they’ll need to regroup fast if they’re to keep their knockout dreams alive.
