Jude Bellingham Leads England to Victory Over Serbia in Euro 2024 Opener.
Jude Bellingham inspired England to a successful start at Euro 2024 with a winning goal and a stunning individual performance in their 1-0 victory over Serbia in Gelsenkirchen.
Bellingham’s remarkable season, which included a Champions League triumph in his debut campaign with Real Madrid, continued as he showcased why he is considered England’s new superstar. The 20-year-old midfielder scored the decisive goal after 13 minutes, powering a magnificent header from Bukayo Saka’s deflected cross.
Gareth Southgate’s side impressed in the opening stages, with Liverpool full-back Trent Alexander-Arnold starting in midfield. However, England reverted to old habits after the break, sitting back and allowing Serbia to apply pressure. Goalkeeper Jordan Pickford made a crucial late save from Dusan Vlahovic to preserve the lead.
Harry Kane nearly added a second goal for England, with his header from substitute Jarrod Bowen’s cross brilliantly tipped onto the bar by Serbia keeper Predrag Rajkovic.
Despite needing to improve their performance, this result will boost England’s confidence as they head into their second Group C game against Denmark on Thursday.
