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Bellingham scores twice to lift England past Haaland and Norway 2-1 and into World Cup semifinals
By Alanis Thames | The Associated Press at NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC)
· July 11, 2026
· 3 min read
Jude Bellingham scored in the third minute of extra time to lift England past Norway 2-1 and into the World Cup semifinals for the first time since 2018.
Bellingham’s goal was his second of the game — he also had an equalizer late in the first half. The Real Madrid star is now tied with Englan...
Key takeaway England, winner of the 1966 World Cup and facing pressure to return to the title match, is now one win away from getting there.
Why this matters in The San Francisco
San Francisco 's English expat community is likely celebrating Jude Bellingham's winning goal, which sent England to the World Cup semifinals. For local fans who gather to watch matches at British pubs and bars in the city, this victory is a significant one, bringing England closer to its first World Cup title since 1966. The team's success may also draw more attention to San Francisco's own soccer scene, with fans potentially flocking to local fields and stadiums to catch a glimpse of the sport's excitement. As England prepares to face either Argentina or Switzerland in the semifinals, San Francisco's soccer enthusiasts will be watching closely, eager to see if the Three Lions can continue their winning streak and bring home the coveted title. The city's diverse community of soccer fans will be on the edge of their seats, cheering on their favorite teams and players in the remaining matches.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 11, 2026 ·
Source: NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC) ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? Jude Bellingham scored in the third minute of extra time to lift England past Norway 2-1 and into the World Cup semifinals for the first time since 2018.
Bellingham’s goal was his second of the game — he also had an equalizer late in the first half. The Real Madrid star is now tied with Englan...
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