Norway are set to face England in the World Cup quarter-finals with a near fully fit squad, despite a sickness bug that affected the camp. The team has been one of the surprise packages of the tournament, their first since 1998, winning two group stage games, beating Ivory Coast in the last-32, and stunning Brazil in the subsequent match.
Team Fitness and Illness Update
Manager Stale Solbakken confirmed that some players had been unwell due to the intense schedule, but said: "We've had a few players who haven't been feeling well, but things are getting better. It's not ideal during a tournament, but we're managing the issue." Team doctor Ola Sand added: "All players are healthy now. Very little fuss considering that we have been close together for almost six weeks. We are in control."
Predicted Lineup and Key Players
Erling Haaland, who scored both goals in the win over Brazil, is expected to start. Changes may occur on the wings, with Andreas Schjelderup potentially replacing Antonio Nusa after assisting both of Haaland's goals. In defense, David Moller Wolfe could be replaced by Leo Ostigaard after picking up a knock. The midfield trio of Sander Berge, Patrick Berg, and Martin Odegaard will face a tough challenge against England.
Predicted Norway XI: Nyland; Ostigaard, Heggen, Ajer, Ryerson; Berge, Berg, Odegaard; Schjelderup, Haaland, Sorloth
Doubt: Moller Wolfe
Match Details
Time and date: 10pm BST on Saturday, July 1, 2026
How to watch: ITV1
Venue: Miami Stadium
