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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 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top Stories
· 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 Frisco News
Frisco residents with English roots are likely celebrating Jude Bellingham's game-winning goal, which propelled England into the World Cup semifinals. As a community with strong ties to the Dallas-Fort Worth area, Frisco's soccer fans have been following the tournament closely. The city's own soccer enthusiasts, from youth leagues to adult teams, can draw inspiration from Bellingham's impressive performance, which has put England one win away from the title match. With the semifinals approaching, local bars and restaurants in Frisco may see an influx of fans gathering to watch the games, particularly if England advances to face Argentina or Switzerland. As the tournament heats up, Frisco's community spirit will likely be on full display, with residents cheering on their favorite teams and players, including Bellingham, who has become a standout star in the tournament.
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Published: July 11, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top Stories ·
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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...
When was this published? This article was first published on July 11, 2026 by NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top Stories and curated for Frisco News readers.
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