Rooney predicts England-France final in 2026 World Cup after Norway win

Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney has predicted that England will face France in the 2026 World Cup final, speaking after England's 2-1 quarter-final victory over Norway on Saturday. Rooney told BBC Sport that he sees an England-France showdown, adding that he would personally prefer to meet Argentina in the semi-final and warned that Switzerland's organized style could pose a tricky test for England.

For Nigerian football fans following England's run, Rooney's view offers a glimpse of the possible route to the trophy and highlights the tough hurdles England may encounter, helping shape expectations for upcoming matches and informing conversations about potential outcomes.

England now prepares to meet Argentina in the semi-final, while a potential final against France looms if they advance. Keep an eye on the England-Switzerland quarter-final tie, as Rooney warned it could be a difficult encounter. Consider how these projections might influence your own match predictions or discussions with fellow fans - will you back Rooney's England-France final vision, or do you see a different path to the title?

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/07/12/world-cup-2026-wayne-rooney-names-two-countries-to-play-final/