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Bellingham scores twice to lift England past Haaland and Norway 2-1 and into World Cup semifinals
By Jayme Berezdivin at WSVN 7 News
· July 12, 2026
· 4 min read
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — Jude Bellingham locked arms with teammate Harry Kane as England fans belted out the Beatles’ “Hey Jude.” Bellingham certainly earned the serenade. He scored twice on Saturday — an equalizer in the first half and the go-ahead goal in the third minute of extra time — to lift
Key takeaway He scored twice on Saturday — an equalizer in the first half and the go-ahead goal 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.
Why this matters in The Miami
Miami Gardens, where the match was held, is no stranger to hosting high-profile events, and the World Cup semifinals will bring significant attention to the area. The success of England in the tournament will likely draw large crowds to local sports bars and restaurants in neighborhoods like Little Havana and Wynwood, boosting business for these establishments. Additionally, the heat and humidity that the players faced during the match are a familiar challenge for Miamians, who are accustomed to dealing with the city's subtropical climate. As England moves forward in the tournament, fans in Miami will be watching closely, and the city's diverse community, with its strong Latin American and Caribbean ties, will be eager to see how the team fares against Argentina in the semifinals. The match's outcome will have a significant impact on the local sports scene, with many residents eagerly anticipating the next stage of the competition.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 12, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — Jude Bellingham locked arms with teammate Harry Kane as England fans belted out the Beatles’ “Hey Jude.” Bellingham certainly earned the serenade. He scored twice on Saturday — an equalizer in the first half and the go-ahead goal in the third minute of extra time — to lift
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