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BBC SportNorway shirts sell out before England match
Norway's performance has created huge demand for the football jerseys, but this hasn't been met by suppliers.
The Guardian FootballErling Haaland claims pressure is all on England in quarter-final with Norway
Striker says England one of the ‘clear favourites’ to win World Cup Also makes knowing reference to famous ‘Stay humble’ remark Erling Haaland has ramped up the World Cup mind games by saying England are the team under pressure when they face Norway in their quarter-final tie on Saturday. Haaland has enjoyed a sensational tournament , scoring seven times in four games, including twice in Sunday’s last-16 win over Brazil . Norway are flying in their first appearance on this stage since 1998 but, in characteristically mischievous fashion, Haaland insisted expectations should only be directed one way. Continue reading...
The Guardian FootballRice and Ødegaard put club union on hold in decisive duel between England and Norway
Two architects of Arsenal’s title triumph are likely to have starring roles for their country in pursuit of a place in the World Cup semi-finals It is one of those times when WhatsApp group chats quieten down. Friendships tend to be suspended when a World Cup quarter-final comes around and club mates, flung against one another for their countries, turn their eyes towards the biggest prize. Declan Rice and Martin Ødegaard will not be exchanging breezy pleasantries in the hours before England face Norway but the levels of respect are off the scale. The clash between two architects of Arsenal’s modern success should be decisive in determining who goes through. They have walked out together 117 times but the 118th, in the stifling heat of Miami, may leave the most lasting mark. These are two players in their prime who may never receive another opportunity this golden. Rice and Ødegaard were born 28 days apart and, partly because of the latter’s fast-tracking into the Norway senior team, did not play against each other at age-group level. Their face-offs have been limited to Mikel Arteta’s intense training sessions at London Colney, where they are depended upon to set standards. They are leaders of differing style and status who will be expected to galvanise their national teams on Saturday. Continue reading...
ESPNSources: Arsenal to step up Guimarães interest
Arsenal are set to step up their interest in Bruno Guimarães after receiving encouragement that the midfielder wants to join them but agreeing a fee with Newcastle remains a significant stumbling block, sources told ESPN.
The Guardian FootballNewcastle face sliding doors moment over Bruno Guimarães in summer of upheaval
With Saudi spending restricted and a glut of departures and arrivals, the stakes are high for Eddie Howe and his captain, amid uncertain times on Tyneside Is it the end of the road for Bruno Guimarães and Newcastle or are they destined to share at least one more adventure? With Arsenal anxious to add the Brazil midfielder to their armoury and Guimarães receptive to such advances , it remains hard to predict whether Newcastle’s intransigent resistance will be broken. Continue reading...
BBC Sport'World Cup quarter-final is Norway's biggest event ever by far'
Norwegian pundits look ahead to their World Cup quarter-final against England, which has been described as the "biggest event ever in Norway".
BBC SportBrentford sign Wilson after West Ham exit
Brentford sign former England striker Callum Wilson on a 12-month contract after his exit from relegated West Ham.
BBC SportI've changed my mind, we might actually be able to win this thing - Shearer
Alan Shearer explains why he now has belief and confidence that England can go further in this World Cup than he thought.
BBC SportHas your area gone football mad? We've mapped World Cup viewing
We've analysed BBC iPlayer viewing across the UK to see where the tournament has been most popular.
ESPNAfter rejecting France, Bouaddi can end their Worl...
Ayyoub Bouaddi chose Morocco over France to ensure he'd play at the 2026 World Cup. Now the two teams collide in a 2022 semifinal rematch.
BBC SportMorocco's unfinished business with France
Morocco are set to play in another World Cup quarter-final, but are they football's dreamers or is this where they belong?
BBC SportAre France beatable? - BBC experts have their say
France are the overwhelming favourites to win the World Cup. BBC Sport's reporters in America look for chinks in their armour.
The Guardian FootballNewcastle agree £51.5m Johan Manzambi deal and insist Bruno Guimarães not for sale
Switzerland international poised to sign from Freiburg Guimarães wants to leave and is target for Arsenal Newcastle have agreed a £51.5m deal with Freiburg that should mean the versatile Switzerland midfielder Johan Manzambi swaps the Bundesliga for the Premier League. The 20-year-old, who has shone during this summer’s World Cup, is expected to sign a long-term contract at St James’ Park but the transfer will not be finalised while Switzerland remain in the tournament. Manzambi, who has been widely coveted this summer, is struggling with a minor knee injury and Murat Yakin, Switzerland’s head coach, is unsure as to whether he will recover in time for the quarter-final against Argentina on Sunday. Continue reading...
The Guardian Football‘Maggie Thatcher, can you hear me?’ The story behind the iconic Norway v England commentary
Bjørge Lillelien’s famous rant after 1981 clash stemmed from Norwegian obsession with English football What do Lord Nelson, Lord Beaverbrook, Sir Winston Churchill, Sir Anthony Eden, Clement Attlee, Henry Cooper and Lady Diana have in common? On 9 September 1981 they were all beaten by Norway. At least that is according to the iconic Norwegian radio commentator Bjørge Lillelien. His triumphant, giddy and slightly unhinged rant after Norway beat England 2-1 in a World Cup qualifier has gone down in Norwegian folklore. It has also attained something of a cult status abroad, with the Observer declaring it in 2002 the greatest bit of commentary ever. Continue reading...
BBC SportBenitez open to Scotland job - what would he bring and is he affordable?
Is Rafa Benitez a realistic contender to replace Steve Clarke as Scotland head coach or would the Spaniard's likely salary demands be an obvious stumbling block?
BBC SportOlise yellow card stands as Saibari out for Morocco
France fail in their bid to have forward Michael Olise's yellow card overturned, while Morocco are without Ismael Saibari for the quarter-final at Boston Stadium.
The Guardian FootballWorld Cup quarter-final (and beyond) predictions: will anyone derail France’s title bid?
With the World Cup down to eight teams, our writers assess who’s left, identify the biggest remaining threats to France and make calls on who will lift the trophy Lionel Messi . As he proved in thrilling style against Egypt, Argentina’s No 10 still has magic in his boots even at the age of 39. While his penalty record of four from eight attempts is much worse than you’d expect, he is clinical when it matters most. EA Continue reading...
BBC SportLate goals, comebacks and upsets - is record-breaking World Cup best ever?
What a World Cup it has been with great goals, thrilling comebacks, late drama, shock results. But how will this tournament be remembered?