England face Norway in World Cup quarterfinal with Quansah suspended

England will face Norway in a World Cup quarterfinal on Saturday without suspended defender Jarell Quansah, who received a two-match ban after a red card in the last-16 win over Mexico. The suspension, which England could not appeal, also rules him out of a potential semifinal. Source: aljazeera Source: cna

Lineup changes

John Stones returns to the starting lineup, partnering Marc Guehi in central defense. Stones replaces Quansah, who started the previous three matches. Noni Madueke starts on the wing, sending Bukayo Saka to the bench. Source: apnews Norway also made a change, starting midfielder Andreas Schjelderup, who assisted both of Erling Haaland’s goals in the round of 16. Source: apnews

Team news and reaction

Manager Thomas Tuchel said he had a full squad except for Quansah, with Declan Rice, Marc Guehi, and Reece James training separately but available. Midfielder Jordan Henderson is out for the rest of the tournament after breaking his arm. Source: cna Tuchel emphasized the team's hunger and fighting spirit, saying, "We took a big step in our last match, but it was only a step. We're still hungry." Source: cna Norway's lineup change adds further intrigue to a match that will decide who advances to face Argentina or Switzerland. Source: apnews