In yet another one of the internet’s most unexpected World Cup obsessions, fans aren’t just counting down the days until England face Norway – they’re counting down to one very special reunion.
The pair’s friendship has become one of football internet’s favourite storylines, with TikTok edits and fan-made montages flooding timelines ahead of their World Cup showdown.
From old interviews to wholesome exchanges, fans have been revisiting their friendship – with some comparing them to the football world’s answer to Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo.
Others have jokingly dubbed it a “cleated rivalry”, playing on the viral Heated Rivalry comparisons.
They always got each others back. Bellingham and Erling Haaland will meet soon in the biggest stage 😂❤️ pic.twitter.com/i1hpF3uARw
— insane goals (@insanegoals) July 8, 2026
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Some fans have even admitted they don’t even know who they’ll be supporting when England and Norway meet at Miami Stadium on Saturday (11 July).
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But where did their friendship begin?
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