Noni Madueke set to start for England over Bukayo Saka in World Cup quarterfinal against Norway – sources

July 12, 2026
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Noni Madueke is set to start for England in the World Cup quarterfinal against Norway in place of Bukayo Saka, sources have told ESPN.

Kick-off is scheduled for 10 p.m. BST in Miami, with the winner set to take on Argentina or Switzerland.

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