Copy linkFacebookXPinterestEmailShare this article 0Join the conversationFollow usAdd us as a preferred source on GoogleNewsletterSubscribe to our newsletterEngland face Norway tonight with a place in the World Cup semi-final on the line.The Three Lions have fought their way through to the quarter-final stage, beating Croatia, Panama, DR Congo and co-hosts Mexico in the process.Norway, meanwhile, had to defeat Brazil to reach the last eight and have captured the imagination of football fans all over the world, largely through Erling Haaland's goalscoring and supporters' now iconic Viking row.England vs Norway postponement likelihoodWill England vs Norway kick-off be delayed?After England's Round of 32 clash with Mexico was delayed due to electrical storms around the Estadio Azteca, similar questions have been asked about tonight's fixture.An extreme heat warning has been issued for South Florida with 'feels like' temperatures expected to hit 44 degrees Celsius by the time kick-off rolls around at 5pm local time. You may like England vs Norway issued with 'extreme' weather warning ahead of World Cup quarter-final What is the weather forecast for England vs Norway in Miami? Unexpected England weather advantage over Erling Haaland and Norway revealed England and Norway set to do battle in sweltering temperaturesWhilst weather forecasters predict the actual temperature to be 33 degrees Celsius in Miami at 5pm, a Saharan dust plume is expected to make conditions all the more difficult to play in.The plume which has travelled across the Atlantic Ocean has reportedly created a thermal blanket over the region in which the match will be played, leaving far-from-ideal conditions for such a high-stakes match.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.At this time of year, Florida weather is known for its extreme unpredictability therefore thunderstorms cannot be ruled out either, however they are currently forecast to be unlikely.Global players' union FIFPro officially states that games should be delayed or postponed if the Wet Bulb Globe Temperature (WBGT - which factors in ambient heat, humidity, wind, and solar radiation) exceeds 28C (82.4F), or if the standard ambient temperature exceeds 36C (96.8F).Theoretically, this fixture is at risk of a postponement but given the nature of the match, FIFA will do everything in their power to ensure it goes ahead whilst maintaining the safety of players and fans.Already this summer, World Cup matches have been played at high temperatures.France versus Paraguay in the Round of 16 was contested at a reported 38 degrees Celsius, while Croatia bowed out against Portugal at the same stage in 35 degree heat.Unlike some stadia at this tournament, Miami's Hard Rock Stadium does not have a retractable roof and air conditioning that would mitigate for the sweltering outdoor temperature.TOPICSEnglandNorwayJoe DonnohueSocial Links NavigationSenior Digital WriterJoe joined FourFourTwo as senior digital writer in July 2025 after five years covering Leeds United in the Championship and Premier League. Joe's 'Mastermind' specialist subject is 2000s-era Newcastle United having had a season ticket at St. James' Park for 10 years before relocating to Leeds and later London. Joe takes a keen interest in youth football, covering PL2, U21 Euros, as well as U20 and U17 World Cups in the past, in addition to hosting the industry-leading football recruitment-focused SCOUTED podcast. He is also one of the lucky few to have 'hit top bins' as a contestant on Soccer AM. It wasn't a shin-roller.
