England vs Norway: Stones Warns of Haaland Threat in World Cup Quarterfinal
John Stones has acknowledged the scale of the challenge facing England as they prepare to face Norway and Erling Haaland in the World Cup quarterfinals on Saturday. The match, set in Miami, follows England's dramatic 3-2 win over Mexico and Norway's stunning 2-1 victory over Brazil, where Haaland scored twice in the dying minutes.
This is a historic clash. England is chasing only its fourth World Cup semifinal appearance, while Norway aims to extend its record-breaking run. The two teams have not met since a friendly in 2014, when Wayne Rooney's penalty secured a 1-0 win for England at Wembley.
Stones on Facing Haaland
Stones, who left Manchester City after 10 years, now faces his old