England advanced to the FIFA World Cup semi-finals following a tense 2-1 victory over Norway, highlighted by standout performances from Jude Bellingham and Elliot Anderson. Both players received top player ratings for their crucial roles in securing the win during extra time.
Jude Bellingham emerged as the hero with a rating of 9, having scored both of England’s goals. His first came as a composed finish to equalize in the first half, while he capitalized on a goalkeeping error to net the extra-time winner. Elliot Anderson matched Bellingham’s rating with a remarkable display in midfield, setting up the first goal with a dynamic run and maintaining control over the game’s tempo.
Defensively, Marc Guéhi stood out with a rating of 8, successfully managing a physical duel against Erling Haaland and making a crucial block to thwart Antonio Nusa’s attempt. In attack, Anthony Gordon and substitute Bukayo Saka, both rated 8, contributed by creating multiple threatening opportunities.
On Norway’s side, captain Martin Ødegaard and right-back Julian Ryerson were among the top performers, each earning an 8. Andreas Schjelderup scored Norway’s lone goal, but it was goalkeeper Ørjan Håskjold Nyland who faced a challenging night, receiving the lowest rating of 3 due to his mistake that allowed Bellingham to score the decisive goal.
With this victory, England secured their place in the World Cup semi-finals, with Bellingham once again proving his value on football’s grandest stage.