Euro 2024: England advances to Quarterfinals thanks to Bellingham and Kane

England secured their place in the Euro 2024 quarterfinals in dramatic fashion, with Jude Bellingham playing a historic role.

 

The Three Lions clinched a hard-fought victory in extra time against a resilient Slovakia, securing their qualification in a nail-biting encounter.

 

Trailing 1-0 and on the brink of elimination, England found salvation in the dying moments of regulation time.

 

 

 

 

Jude Bellingham, the young English prodigy, scored a crucial goal to level the match and force extra time.

 

Harry Kane then sealed the win with a decisive header in extra time, ensuring England’s advancement to the quarterfinals.

 

Bellingham Makes history for England

 

Jude Bellingham’s pivotal goal has etched his name in English football history.

 

Celebrating his 21st birthday on Saturday, Bellingham became the youngest player to score for England in a knockout stage match at the Euro.

 

He broke the previous record held by Michael Owen, who scored at 24 years and 193 days against Portugal in Euro 2004.

 

Bellingham’s achievement adds another remarkable chapter to his burgeoning career.

 

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