Jude Bellingham struck three minutes into extra time to send England into the World Cup semi-finals, slamming home a rebound from Norway goalkeeper Orjan Nyland’s spill after a tense 1-1 draw in 90 minutes. The win in Miami puts the Three Lions into their second semi-final in three World Cups, where they will face Argentina on Wednesday 15 July at the Atlanta Stadium, kick-off 8pm BST.
But England manager Thomas Tuchel was far from satisfied, describing his side as “lucky” in a heated post-match interview. “Norway played really well we were lucky in some ways,” said singer Billy Idol, who admitted he was “on the edge of my seat” until Bellingham came to the rescue.
“Jude Bellingham's extra-time goal sends England to World Cup semi-final against Argentina as celebrities praise the team.”
Sir David Beckham, who visited the England squad during training in Miami this week, shared photos and videos to his Instagram stories with the caption “Brilliant from the lads.” His wife Victoria posted a family photo at the Hard Rock Stadium, writing: “Special moment tonight in Miami with my family and for our country.”
Oasis frontman Liam Gallagher, whose hit “Wonderwall” has become an unofficial tournament anthem, wrote on X: “We’re winning this WC I don’t know how don’t care respect to all those players manager you gotta make it happen LG.” Prince William, sharing a celebratory graphic from the official England account, congratulated the squad: “Top performance in a tough environment. This is a special team. Commiserations to a proud Norway team. Onto the semi final… Never in doubt!”
Piers Morgan specifically praised Tuchel, calling the England boss “a natural-born winner who refuses to accept anything but the best.” England now have three days off before their semi-final showdown with Argentina at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium.