Haaland says he will back England in World Cup semifinal after Norway exit

Norway striker Erling Haaland said he will support England in the 2026 World Cup semifinal after his team was eliminated by a 2-0 defeat. The Manchester City forward said he wished England well because several of his club teammates are in the squad, and noted that he received an England shirt before a Norway one as a child. Haaland also commented on former Borussia Dortmund teammate Jude Bellingham, who scored both goals in the quarterfinal. He said Bellingham's performance came as no surprise, calling it his usual standard. England will face Argentina in the semifinal, while France will meet Spain in the other last-four match. No further details on Haaland's comments were immediately available.