- Erling Haaland is the match-defining threat — seven World Cup goals and nearly unstoppable in the box, and England’s plan will center on trying to stop him.
- Plenty of personal intrigue: Haaland was born in England, faces Manchester City teammates and a showdown with Harry Kane, so familiarity adds spice.
- Norway arrive as relaxed underdogs after beating Brazil, while England are heavy favorites but dented by injuries and a suspension, making the result far from guaranteed.
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