England's Marc Guehi Fitness Doubt for World Cup Quarter-Final vs Norway
England defender Marc Guehi was initially a doubt for the 2026 World Cup quarter-final against Norway due to a hamstring injury, but later reports confirmed he would start. The match, held in Miami, features a reshuffled England lineup with John Stones returning and Ezri Konsa moving to right-back. Norway, led by Erling Haaland, knocked out Brazil in the previous round.
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Probable England XI for Argentina clash as Thomas Tuchel could keep faith with defence
England manager Thomas Tuchel is likely to make just one change to his starting lineup for the World Cup semi-final against Argentina, with Bukayo Saka replacing Noni Madueke. Tuchel is considering keeping faith with the same back four that performed well in the quarter-final win over Norway, featuring Ezri Konsa at right-back, John Stones and Marc Guehi in central defence, and Nico O'Reilly at left-back. Reece James has trained fully but is still recovering from a hamstring injury, while Jarell Quansah remains suspended. Declan Rice is expected to start after recovering from illness, with Jordan Henderson the only player to miss training. The probable England XI is: Pickford; Konsa, Stones, Guehi, O'Reilly; Rice, Anderson; Saka, Bellingham, Gordon; Kane.
Mirror - FootballTuchel Brings Two New Stars into England Lineup for World Cup Quarterfinal Against Norway
England national coach Thomas Tuchel has made two changes to his starting lineup for the World Cup quarterfinal against Norway. Veteran defender John Stones, who has been without a club since July, replaces the suspended Jarell Quansah in central defense. Ezri Konza moves to right-back. In attack, Arsenal's Noni Madueke returns to the starting eleven, pushing Bukayo Saka to the bench. Norway coach Stale Solbakken largely keeps faith with the team that beat Brazil, making only one change: Andreas Schjelderup starts on the left wing in place of Leipzig's Antonio Nusa. The match is set for July 11, 2026, with England aiming to reach the semi-finals.
BILD - SportNoni Madueke and John Stones Start for England Against Norway in 2026 World Cup Quarter-Finals
England manager Thomas Tuchel has made significant changes to the right side of his lineup for the 2026 World Cup quarter-final against Norway. Noni Madueke, who was benched in the round of 16 against Mexico, replaces Bukayo Saka on the right wing. Ezri Konsa moves from center-back to right-back, covering for the suspended Jarell Quansah. This shift allows John Stones to partner Marc Guéhi in central defense, giving England three Manchester City defenders—a potential advantage against Norway's star striker Erling Haaland, also a City player. Norway made one change from their round of 16 win over Brazil: Andreas Schjelderup starts on the left wing instead of Antonio Nusa. Schjelderup was decisive against Brazil with two assists. The match kicks off at 11 PM on Saturday.
Foot - actualités, mercato, info & vidéo en continuEngland Boosted as Marc Guehi Starts World Cup Quarter-Final Against Norway
England manager Thomas Tuchel has received a significant boost ahead of tonight's World Cup quarter-final against Norway, as defender Marc Guehi is expected to start despite recent injury concerns. Guehi had been a doubt for the match but will now feature in the starting XI. However, Reece James remains unavailable from the start. This forces a defensive reshuffle: Ezri Konsa moves from centre-back to right-back, replacing the suspended Jarrell Quansah, while John Stones partners Guehi in central defence. The expected England lineup is: Pickford, Konsa, Guehi, Stones, O'Reilly, Anderson, Rice, Madueke, Gordon, Bellingham, Kane. England faces a tough challenge against Norway, who knocked out Brazil in the previous round and boast stars like Erling Haaland, Martin Odegaard, and Antonio Nusa. There are also concerns over Declan Rice's fitness due to illness, and Bukayo Saka remains out of the starting XI due to ongoing fitness issues.
CaughtOffsideGuehi and Stones set to start for England in World Cup quarter-final
England defender Marc Guehi has won his fitness race and is expected to start the World Cup quarter-final against Norway, partnering John Stones in central defence. Stones returns to the starting XI for the first time since the opening match against Croatia. Ezri Konsa will shift to right-back, while Declan Rice is fit despite a sickness bug. Noni Madueke is set to replace Bukayo Saka in another lineup change. The match is scheduled for July 11, 2026, in Miami. The expected England XI includes Pickford, Konsa, Guehi, Stones, O'Reilly, Anderson, Rice, Madueke, Gordon, Bellingham, and Kane.
BBC SportEngland defender Marc Guehi given 50-50 chance of playing Norway World Cup quarter-final
England defender Marc Guehi is rated as a 50-50 chance to play in the World Cup quarter-final against Norway after suffering a hamstring injury. The injury is not considered severe, but the short turnaround between knockout matches leaves little room for caution. England manager Thomas Tuchel faces a selection dilemma, as using a half-fit defender against Norway's Erling Haaland would be a major gamble. Dan Burn is pushing to start if Guehi is unavailable. Guehi had been following an individual training programme earlier in the week alongside Declan Rice and Reece James. The match is scheduled for Saturday in Miami.
CaughtOffsideEngland's Guehi May Miss World Cup Quarter-Final Against Norway Due to Hamstring Injury
BBC reporter Sami Mokbel reports that England defender Marc Guehi is dealing with a minor hamstring injury and may miss the World Cup quarter-final match against Norway. After England's victory over Mexico at the Azteca Stadium, Guehi mentioned experiencing muscle discomfort. Initially, England hoped the Manchester City center-back was only suffering from muscle fatigue and would recover in time for Saturday's match. However, it is understood he has suffered a hamstring strain. Whether Guehi can train with the team on Friday will determine his availability for the crucial match against Norway, which features star striker Erling Haaland.
虎扑 - 足球England's Marc Guehi Expected to Face Norway After Precautionary Training Absence
England's World Cup quarter-final preparations against Norway were briefly disrupted when defender Marc Guehi missed training on Wednesday. However, reports from the BBC and Reuters indicate the absence was precautionary due to muscular fatigue, and Guehi is expected to be fit for Saturday's match in Miami. The news calms fears of a serious injury ahead of facing Norway's dangerous attack led by Erling Haaland. Manager Thomas Tuchel is managing player workloads carefully, with Declan Rice and Reece James also training separately. James continues to deal with a hamstring issue. England have two more days of preparation before the quarter-final at the Miami Dolphins' stadium.
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