Norwich City defender Jose Cordoba's World Cup campaign has ended with a 2-0 loss to England. Cordoba started his third consecutive game at the tournament and did not look overawed in some high-class company.

What happened?

The 25-year-old sensed the danger to come across to shut the door on Jude Bellingham as early as the fifth minute. There was another assured piece of defending to lever the Real Madrid superstar off the ball racing back into his own right back slot later in the half.

Why it matters for Norwich City

Cordoba admitted prior to his World Cup swansong this summer the prospect of facing England would feel extra-special after his move to the Canaries. He said: “It means a lot to me to be playing in English football and to be able to represent my nation, to play against them, against such high-quality players.”

What comes next?

As of 28 Jun 2026, Norwich City sits 9th in the Championship with 65 points from 46 games, having scored 63 goals and conceded 56. The team is 30 points behind leaders Coventry. Their recent form has been LDWWL. | Category | Value | | League standing | 9th | | Points | 65 | | Goals scored | 63 | | Goals conceded | 56 | | Recent form | LDWWL |

Cordoba will now return to Norwich City, looking to build on his World Cup experience and help the team improve their position in the Championship.