Home>soccerNews> England's €130 million superstar's iconic performance in a game! Two goals in 98 seconds, a crucial clearance, setting 3 records, and on par with Maradona. >

England's €130 million superstar's iconic performance in a game! Two goals in 98 seconds, a crucial clearance, setting 3 records, and on par with Maradona.

During the fourth Round of 16 match of the World Cup on July 6th Beijing time, England, a strong contender for the title, fought hard despite being reduced to ten men for much of the second half, ultimately securing a 3-2 victory over the host nation Mexico to survive and advance to the quarterfinals. In the next round, England will compete with Norway for a semifinal berth. In this match, Jude Bellingham, the €130 million Real Madrid midfielder, produced what could be called the standout performance of his career. 【Watch the World Cup on Migu Video】

In the first half, Bellingham scored twice in just 98 seconds, with a header and a kick, helping England establish a lead. Not only was he outstanding in attack, but he also made a crucial clearance in the fourth minute of stoppage time. After a corner kick from the Mexican left side, the ball went to the far post, and as Mexico's Montes prepared to shoot after a chest trap, Bellingham made a vital defensive intervention to clear the ball. It can be said that after this lifesaving clearance, Bellingham's performance was tantamount to a hat trick.

In the second half, England was reduced to ten men after Kwanza was sent off. Bellingham had fewer opportunities to attack, but he repeatedly contributed key defensive plays.

According to post-match statistics, Bellingham had 3 shots, 3 on target, scored 2 goals, and hit the woodwork once, with 7 dribbles and 4 successful ones. Defensively, he had 4 clearances and 3 tackles. Unsurprisingly, Bellingham was named the official Man of the Match, ahead of captain Kane.

With his brace in this match, Bellingham set several records. First, he has now scored 5 goals in the World Cup, surpassing legends like Bobby Charlton and Michael Owen to rank third, only behind Kane (13 goals) and Lineker (10 goals).

Second, he became the first player to score twice at the Azteca Stadium since Maradona in 1986.

Third, Bellingham's two goals in 98 seconds are the third fastest brace in World Cup history.

Watch the World Cup on Migu Video. The 2026 USA-Canada-Mexico World Cup is in full swing, and you can watch all matches of the 48 teams on Migu Video.


Comment (0)
No data