Erling Haaland Singles Out England Star in Three Lions' Quarterfinal Victory
Erling Haaland has praised Jude Bellingham as "one of the best in the world" after the midfielder's double helped England secure a 2-1 win over Norway in the 2026 World Cup quarterfinal. Bellingham's goals took his tournament total to six, the joint-most by an England player at a single World Cup.
Haaland, who played with Bellingham at Borussia Dortmund, expressed surprise at the criticism Bellingham sometimes receives, saying he doesn't deserve it. "He's a midfielder, he still scores goals, he still manages to dribble every single player on the field," Haaland said.
The England victory came after extra time, with Bellingham's goals proving decisive. The match was not without controversy, however, as a Norway goal was ruled out in the second half after Haaland was adjudged to have pushed an opponent. Despite this, Haaland was magnanimous in defeat, stating that the best team usually gets favorable decisions.
Haaland also revealed he has a soft spot for England, having received an England jersey before a Norway one as a child. Bellingham's impressive tournament displays have silenced earlier debates about his starting position in the England lineup.
Haaland, who played with Bellingham at Borussia Dortmund, expressed surprise at the criticism Bellingham sometimes receives, saying he doesn't deserve it. "He's a midfielder, he still scores goals, he still manages to dribble every single player on the field," Haaland said.
The England victory came after extra time, with Bellingham's goals proving decisive. The match was not without controversy, however, as a Norway goal was ruled out in the second half after Haaland was adjudged to have pushed an opponent. Despite this, Haaland was magnanimous in defeat, stating that the best team usually gets favorable decisions.
Haaland also revealed he has a soft spot for England, having received an England jersey before a Norway one as a child. Bellingham's impressive tournament displays have silenced earlier debates about his starting position in the England lineup.
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