England will progress to the World Cup semifinals for the first time since 1990 after a comprehensive 2-0 victory against Sweden.
The English relinquished possession early on, allowing Sweden to shape the match and establish their dominance. Then, slowly, England began to claw their way back by pressuring Swedish midfielders and attaining set pieces. In the 31st minute, Ashley Young curled a shot into the post from a corner, finding Harry Maguire, who headed the ball past Robin Olsen for the 1-0 lead. The goal inspired England to grow in confidence, quickly overpowering a weakened Sweden.
The second half saw England return with an intense fervor to find another goal, intimidating Sweden into falling back.