Bellingham makes World Cup history with back-to-back braces, England set for Argentina semi-final
England midfielder Jude Bellingham made World Cup history on Saturday, scoring twice in England's 2-1 quarter-final win over Norway to become just the seventh player ever to score braces in consecutive World Cup knockout matches. Having already netted two against Mexico in the Round of 16, Bellingham joins an elite group including Pele (1958), Maradona (1986) and Mbappe (2022).
This matters deeply for Nigerian football fans. As Africa's football heartland follows global stars, Bellingham's back-to-back braces showcase the individual brilliance that can define World Cup glory - especially pertinent as the Super Eagles seek to rekindle their own international ambitions. His Real Madrid pedigree (huge in Nigerian football circles) adds extra relevance.
England now faces Argentina in the semi-final on Wednesday, July 15. With this historic feat under his belt, the question for fans is simple: Can Bellingham make it three consecutive braces against Argentina's defense, or will La Albiceleste finally halt his historic run? Tune in to witness history potentially unfolding.