France, Spain, England and Argentina, semi-finalists of the 2026 World Cup

An image that went around the world

On Saturday the quarterfinals of the 2026 World Cup were played between Norway and England. The match, which ended 1-2 in favor of the English with a double from Jude Bellingham, had a special guest in the stands: Gilberto Mora, the young promise of Mexican soccer.

The 17-year-old player, who plays for Xolos de Tijuana, attended the match accompanied by Rafaela Pimenta, representative of elite soccer players and agent of Erling Haaland, the Norwegian forward who played in the match.

With a San Diego Padres cap and red shirt, Mora experienced the atmosphere from the stands. But what caught the fans’ attention the most was seeing him participate in the famous ‘Norwegian rowing’, the celebration that Nordic fans hold during and after the games.

The celebration that went viral

In videos broadcast on social networks, the young Xolis youth squad can be seen smiling while imitating the rowing movement with the Norwegian fans. The scene reflects Mora’s connection with the international soccer environment, despite his young age.

The Mexican, considered one of the most promising jewels of national football, continues to add unique experiences while his sporting future is defined. Her presence on a World Cup stage, with the help of an agent with global weight like Pimenta, did not go unnoticed.

The English triumph, with the figure of Bellingham, put an end to Norway’s dream, but for Mora the trip left an unforgettable postcard: that of a young talent celebrating with the rival fans as if he were one of them.

The Argentina National Team achieved an agonizing victory against Switzerland in the quarterfinals of the 2026 World Cup. The final score was 3-1 in overtime, played at the Kansas City Stadium.

Keys to the match

Argentina struck first in the 10th minute. Alexis Mac Allister connected with a header after a corner kick. The albiceleste dominance faded as the minutes passed. Switzerland found the tie at 67 through Dan Ndoye.

The expulsion of Breel Embolo in the 72nd minute for a double yellow seemed to tip the balance. However, the score did not move in regulation time. The game went to extra time.

In the second extra time, Julián Álvarez broke the tie with a powerful shot into the corner. Already in the final minutes, Lautaro Martínez sentenced the final 3-1.

With this victory, the team led by Lionel Messi will play its third World Cup semi-final with the star on the field. The next rival will be England, in a duel of high sporting rivalry.

Bellingham Key Performance

England advanced to the next round of the 2026 World Cup after beating Norway with a double from Jude Bellingham. The match, played in the United States, started uphill for the English.

Norway took the lead in the 36th minute with a goal from Andreas Schjelderup. The shot, from a poor angle, ended up in the back of the net. England’s reaction came in stoppage time of the first half: Bellingham tied it at 45+2 and forced extra time.

In extra time, the midfielder appeared again. His second goal came early and demoralized the Norwegian team, who could not respond. The final score sealed Norway’s elimination and kept the English dream of winning the title alive.

Bellingham consolidates itself as a figure in the tournament. His ability to resolve complicated matches has been decisive. The victory reaffirms the potential of the English team in the competition.