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Erling Haaland claims pressure is all on England in quarter-final with Norway

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Striker says England one of the ‘clear favourites’ to win World CupAlso makes knowing reference to famous ‘Stay humble’ remarkErling Haaland has ramped up the World Cup mind games by saying England are the team under pressure when they face Norway in their quarter-final tie on Saturday.Haaland has enjoyed a sensational tournament, scoring seven times in four games, including twice in Sunday’s last-16 win over Brazil. Norway are flying in their first appearance on this stage since 1998 but, in characteristically mischievous fashion, Haaland insisted expectations should only be directed…

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