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Bellingham scores twice to lift England past Haaland and Norway 2-1 and into World Cup semifinals
By Alanis Thames | The Associated Press at NBC Los Angeles (KNBC)
· July 11, 2026
· 3 min read
Jude Bellingham scored in the third minute of extra time to lift England past Norway 2-1 and into the World Cup semifinals for the first time since 2018.
Bellingham’s goal was his second of the game — he also had an equalizer late in the first half. The Real Madrid star is now tied with Englan...
Key takeaway England, winner of the 1966 World Cup and facing pressure to return to the title match, is now one win away from getting there.
Why this matters in The Los Angeles
While England's advancement to the World Cup semifinals may seem like a distant development to Angelenos, the city's own soccer enthusiasts are likely to be abuzz with the news. As a hub for international soccer fans, Los Angeles is home to a diverse community of supporters who closely follow the sport's biggest stars, including England's Jude Bellingham and Norway's Erling Haaland. The city's own professional soccer teams have also been drawing larger crowds in recent years, suggesting a growing appetite for the sport in the region. As England moves forward in the tournament, local fans will be watching with interest to see how the team fares against its next opponent, either Argentina or Switzerland. With the US also co-hosting the World Cup, the excitement is likely to be palpable in Los Angeles, where fans from around the world have gathered to cheer on their favorite teams.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 11, 2026 ·
Source: NBC Los Angeles (KNBC) ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? Jude Bellingham scored in the third minute of extra time to lift England past Norway 2-1 and into the World Cup semifinals for the first time since 2018.
Bellingham’s goal was his second of the game — he also had an equalizer late in the first half. The Real Madrid star is now tied with Englan...
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