Neville: England are favorites to qualify, but it will be difficult to stop Holland for 90 minutes

The former Manchester United star has high praise for Holland’s abilities

Former Manchester United and England star Gary Neville expects a tough test for the Three Lions in the quarter-finals of the 2026 World Cup against Norway in order to complete the task of qualifying for the semi-finals.

England beat hosts Mexico 3-2 in a thriller at the Azteca Stadium to book their place in the World Cup quarter-finals and meet Norway, who defeated Brazil.

On paper, England are the favorites to reach the semi-finals despite Manchester City and Norway striker Erling Haaland.

Neville said of Holland, who has scored 7 goals in the World Cup so far, in newspaper statements.subwayEnglish: “It is difficult to stop him.”

He added: “He can hide in matches, he doesn’t touch the ball much, but you know he’s an explosive player.”

He continued. “He was devastating against Brazil. These two goals were very good. This is classic Holland.”

He continued. “It’s difficult to stop him for 90 minutes, or if the match goes to extra time it will be 120 minutes, but we have to be favorites to win and I don’t think we’re overconfident.”

The former England and Manchester United right-back went on to say: “I think we should be favorites to beat Norway, but it will be very difficult.”

He concluded his statements. “I think Martin Odegaard also played well against Brazil.”

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