Julián Álvarez said he felt a 'huge release of emotions' after he scored his first World Cup goal for Argentina to propel his team into the semifinals against England.

CNN asks Norway and England fans how they felt the World Cup quarterfinal match went, with one name coming up most — Jude Bellingham.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup ended its quarterfinal stage with two Extra Time thrillers as Jude Bellingham, Julián Álvarez, and in his own way Lionel Messi played starring roles. England beat Norway 2-1 while Argentina beat Switzerland 3-1 in slow-burn matches that went the distance.

Julián Álvarez sent defending champions Argentina into the World Cup semifinals with an extra-time goal against Switzerland.

MIAMI GARDENS, FL ― When the final whistle blew on Saturday, following a 2-1 England win, Erling Haaland wasn't among the players on their knees, digesting the result on the pitch. Instead, Haaland was on the bench.

The 2026 World Cup's final four countries have all won the biggest prize in soccer before and the semifinals matchups don't disappoint. France and Spain will face off at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas on Tuesday,

Switzerland striker Breel Embolo was sent off in the second half of the World Cup quarterfinals against Argentina after a VAR check led to a second yellow card for simulation.