Jude Bellingham has etched his name into history as the first England player to notch seven goals in a single World Cup campaign. The milestone arrived during a dramatic 6-4 victory over France in the third-place play-off match.
Entering the pitch in the 79th minute, the Real Madrid star surged from the halfway line in the final moments of the game. He skillfully navigated past a French defender to fire a shot into the bottom corner, surpassing the previous record of six goals held by Gary Lineker and Harry Kane. This achievement also places Bellingham alongside Alan Shearer and Kane for the most goals by an Englishman in any major international tournament.
Earlier in the match, Bellingham showcased his selflessness by encouraging Bukayo Saka to take a crucial penalty, which enabled Saka to complete his hat-trick. Former England midfielder Danny Murphy praised the 23-year-old, highlighting his poise and technical ability as defining traits of England’s standout player.
