Miami, July 9 -- Norway head coach Stale Solbakken played down suggestions that his side's familiarity with Premier League football would provide an edge against England, saying the Three Lions' biggest stars actually play outside England's top flight.

Norway take on England in a blockbuster FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-final on Saturday (local time), with much of the pre-match focus centred on Premier League stars such as Erling Haaland and Martin Odegaard, who represent Manchester City and Arsenal respectively.

However, Solbakken pointed out that England's standout performers at the tournament have been plying their trade in Europe rather than the Premier League.

"I don't know if it's favourable. Some of the players have obviously pla...