England prepares to face Norway in the World Cup quarter‑final with a refreshed defense. Marc Guehi has recovered from a minor hamstring strain and is expected to start, marking his return after missing training sessions. He will pair with the recalled John Stones, who has been on the bench since the opening match.

The central pairing will be an all‑Manchester City backline, the first time since last season that the duo has played together. Stones left City at the start of the month, but his experience against high‑pressure games will be valuable against Norway’s attackers. Erling Haaland hasلاة scored seven goals in the tournament, one more than Harry Kane.

Midfield stability comes from Declan Rice, who is fit despite a recent illness, and Noni Madueke is set to start ahead of Bukayo Saka, who has been managed with an Achilles tendinitis issue. Reece James and Djed Spence remain on the bench.

England’s selection underscores a defensive focus that could tighten the backline against Norway, forcing the visitors to rely on Haaland’s scoring touch while the City‑built defense seeks to blunt his impact.