11/07/2026 15:17 - Deportes
The 2026 World Cup continues to write its history, and this Saturday, July 11, 2026 gifts us a spectacular match: England and Norway will face off at 18:00 hours (Argentina time) at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, seeking a ticket to the coveted semifinals.
For international readers, it is worth noting that Argentina time (ART) is one hour ahead of Eastern US Time (ET), meaning the local kickoff in Miami would be at 17:00 ET. The duel promises strong emotions not only for sporting reasons but also due to the peculiarities surrounding both national teams. The Vikings arrive in their best historical moment, returning to a World Cup after 28 years of absence and reaching the quarterfinals for the first time, while the Three Lions aim to consolidate their path to glory.
As reported by TyC Sports, high temperatures in South Florida could force FIFA to delay the start of the match. The heat index could reach 44°C (111°F), widely exceeding the FIFPRO protocol that recommends postponing matches when the local temperature exceeds 28°C (82°F).
Miami authorities have already issued an extreme heat alert, advising residents and visitors to stay hydrated and avoid outdoor activities during peak sun hours.
To not miss a single second of this crucial showdown, fans can follow the match through various platforms:
The big star of Norway is Erling Haaland, who with 7 goals in the tournament is one of the top scorers. Curiously, the striker was born in Leeds, England, on July 21, 2000, but chose to defend his Nordic country, where he developed as a footballer after returning at a young age.
In the lead-up to the match, Haaland surprisingly pointed to England as the big favorite to advance, in his characteristic joking style, though he promised his team will press to the maximum.
The road to the quarterfinals hasn't been easy off the pitch for either team. Norway had to change hotels 72 hours before the match due to complaints of 'annoying noises and dirt' at their original concentration camp in Florida.
For their part, England suffered a security incident when a man armed with a wrench broke into their camp, as reported by the Daily Mail, generating tension among the squad.
Furthermore, Norwegian celebrations have gone viral with the famous 'Viking row', although the figure of Emil Anners Lappen has stood out, as he has refused to perform the celebration, oddly arguing that 'Vikings crossed the Atlantic sailing, they didn't cross it rowing'.
Alfredo S. Quiroga
