Football pundit and former striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic has publicly criticised England winger Noni Madueke over his display in the Three Lions' 2026 World Cup quarter-final win against Norway. In a pointed remark, Ibrahimovic suggested England were effectively a man short during the game because of Madueke's ineffective contribution, a critique that adds to wider scrutiny of England's performance despite their progress to the semi-finals.

England edged Norway 2-1 in Miami, with Jude Bellingham scoring a brace to secure their place in the last four, where they will face defending champions Argentina. The victory was widely described as scrappy, with manager Thomas Tuchel publicly demanding more from his "lucky" side and goalkeeper Jordan Pickford also drawing criticism for a gaffe. Ibrahimovic's comments single out Madueke as a particular underperformer amid an England win that has attracted mixed reviews.