2026 World Cup: Two quarter-final fixtures confirmed

Norway will face England in the second confirmed quarter-final fixture at the 2026 World Cup.

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The Three Lions edged a five-goal thriller, seeing off co-hosts Mexico 3-2 in their last-16 clash on Monday.

Thomas Tuchel’s side overcame Mexico’s significant home advantage and the altitude after kick-off was delayed by an hour.

They also played the majority of the second half with 10 men when Jarell Quansah was sent off, yet dug in heroically to set up a last-eight meeting against Norway on Saturday.

Erling Haaland scored two late goals to send his country through, while Neymar Jr’s late penalty was a mere consolation.

In the first quarter-final game, Morocco will face France in a keenly anticipated clash.

The Atlas Lions sent co-hosts Canada packing, while Les Bleus edged Paraguay 1-0 thanks to Kylian Mbappe’s penalty.