Copy linkFacebookXPinterestEmailShare this article 0Join the conversationFollow usAdd us as a preferred source on GoogleNewsletterSubscribe to our newsletterThe only place to start this week is Englands last-16 win over Mexico, which was a brilliant performance. I thought they were first class in the way they managed the atmosphere, and the subs that came on all had an impact.They defended with their lives after going down to 10 men and it was their best performance of the World Cup, ahead of a big test against Norway.Clinton was speaking on behalf of Freebets.com home to the best betting sites.'England need to be clinical against Norway. They can be got at' - Clinton MorrisonYou just need to look at what they did against Brazil, so England need to be clinical. I think theyre a team you can get at defensively, but their midfield, wingers and forward line can cause problems.Stale Solbakken has got some good options at his disposal, and you saw that in the Brazil game when he took off Antonio Nusa and Alexander Sorloth, replacing them with Oscar Bobb and Andreas Schjelderup. You may like 'England's right-hand side is exposed and it's left Thomas Tuchel looking bonkers. Mexico will be a huge test in the altitude' Clinton Morrison on the Three Lions' World Cup hopes in his Top Top Column 'Better teams will cause England problems. I was surprised Thomas Tuchel didn't start Marc Guehi' Clinton Morrison assesses England World Cup winners credentials after contentious defensive display against Croatia 'Martinez hair pull red card was terrible' Clinton Morrison's Top Top Column You cant dismiss Martin Odegaard either, who ran the show against Brazil. Declan Rice and Elliot Anderson will have to get tight on him and ensure he doesnt do the same again on Saturday.Erling Haaland was also magnificent in the game, and containing him will be absolutely vital if England are to win the game. Thats a job for Marc Guehi and Ezri Konsa, while the full-back position will be key, with Reece James doubtful and Jarrell Quansah being suspended.Get FourFourTwo NewsletterThe best features, fun and footballing quizzes, straight to your inbox every week.Contact me with news and offers from other Future brandsReceive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsorsBy submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over.A lot of focus will be on Djed Spence, who did really well when he came on at left-back against Mexico. He managed to stop the crosses coming into the box, which were causing England plenty of problems in the game, and Id expect him to start at right-back on Saturday.Moving away from England now, and theres been plenty of controversy about Folarin Baloguns red card being overturned. Its something which has been spoken about a lot, and I dont think people need to be getting involved in that situation.Ive seen that France have now asked FIFA whether Michael Olises yellow card can be overturned, even though hes not suspended, as one more yellow would see him miss the following game. What to read next 'John Stones has to start for England - Thomas Tuchel needs him fresh to partner Marc Guehi at the World Cup' Clinton Morrison writes in his Top Top Column for FourFourTwo 'Liam Rosenior deserved more time at Chelsea' Clinton Morrison's Top Top Column 'Best version of England will come during the World Cup knockouts. Fans need to keep the faith' Clinton Morrison preaches patience after disappointing Three Lions' Ghana draw Their request has been denied, and now youre going to have everyone asking for similar treatment. England were thinking about appealing Quansahs red card too, even though it was the correct decision in my opinion. But theres no question that FIFA handled the Balogun situation very badly.On a more positive note, so many young players have impressed at this World Cup. Ayyoub Bouaddi of Morocco is a superb player, and Gilberto Mora has been very impressive in midfield for Mexico at the age of just 17.Norways Antonio Nusa has had a fine tournament, and England will have to be prepared for him. Hes someone whos unpredictable, as you dont know which way hes going to go, and always wants to take on his full-back.Someones whos also gone under the radar a bit is Spains Pau Cubarsi, whos been outstanding alongside Aymeric Laporte in the heart of their defence. If you're 19 and you're playing at Barcelona, then you must be a good player.Looking at some transfer news now, and theres plenty of talk that Bruno Guimaraes could join Arsenal. Im surprised, as I never wouldve thought he would leave Newcastle. But if he's told them he wants to leave, you probably know what's going to happen. The same thing happened with Alexander Isak, who eventually got his move to Liverpool.What a signing it would be for Arsenal though. He'll improve them. He's a good player. He always wants the ball, and doesn't hide. I know he missed the penalty against Norway, but I think he's a top player. It'd be a brilliant signing for Arsenal and he would take them to a whole different level. You could see him and Rice dominating that central midfield. I know they've got Martin Zubimendi as well, but the idea of him and Rice together is exciting.Some other big transfer news concerns Manchester United agreeing a fee with Chelsea for Andrey Santos. It was a bit out of the blue, but I think you can understand it after missing out on some more expensive targets.Hes only 22 and is someone whos good on the ball and wants to make things happen. A �50 million fee is not a bad price these days. They still want another midfielder as well, and it looks like United will also sign the boy Ederson from Atalanta too.Theyre doing some good business this summer, and itll be interesting to see how well both players perform for them next season.TOPICSEnglandNorwayWorld CupClinton MorrisonColumnistClinton Morrison is a former international striker and prominent sports broadcaster best known for his two successful spells at Crystal Palace, where he scored over 100 goals. Over a 19-year playing career, he made more than 700 appearances for clubs including Birmingham City and Coventry City, while also earning 36 caps for the Republic of Ireland and travelling to the 2002 World Cup. Since retiring in 2016, he has transitioned into a ubiquitous media personality, bringing his energetic and charismatic style to major outlets like Sky Sports (Soccer Saturday), the BBC (Match of the Day and 5 Live), ITV and now FourFourTwo.With contributions fromJames Hilsum
