Norway trains behind blackout curtains before England match

Norway’s national football team staged a closed training session at Inter Miami CF Stadium in Miami, shielding the pitch with black curtains and restricting public view to just 15 minutes. Security guards patrolled the area and the curtains were described by media as an “anti‑espionage” measure.

The covert practice precedes Norway’s quarter‑final clash with England at the 2026 World Cup. Reporters highlighted the “fear” surrounding the encounter, noting the head‑to‑head between Norway’s Erling Braut Haaland and England’s Jude Bellingham, as well as potential duels involving Martin Ødegaard and Declan Rice. English and Norwegian outlets quoted pundits such as Henry Winter, who predicted a lively match with strong fan support.

The story reflects growing anticipation and speculative analysis ahead of one of the tournament’s marquee games.