Football News: Bellingham Channels Ronaldo, Leads England to Euro 2024 Quarter-Finals
In a thrilling display of football prowess, Jude Bellingham channelled his inner Cristiano Ronaldo to propel England to a comeback victory over Slovakia in the last 16 of the Euro 2024 tournament. The 21-year-old midfielder scored a dramatic overhead kick in the final minutes of stoppage time, reminiscent of Ronaldo’s iconic effort against Juventus in the 2018 Champions League.
Bellingham’s emphatic equalizer sparked an epic turnaround, as England captain Harry Kane went on to score early in extra time, securing a quarter-final berth for Gareth Southgate’s side. The young star’s performance has sparked comparisons to the legendary Ronaldo, cementing his status as a rising force in the world of football.
“There was a throw-in just before where they’d not cleared it well, and you are thinking at that moment, ‘Well if we’re to go through now, something’s got to happen from this throw-in,'” the midfielder recalled.
Bellingham’s acrobatic effort, which saw him rise six feet off the ground, was likened to Ronaldo’s bicycle kick against Juventus. “When I was in the air, I thought, ‘Oh my God, I’m six feet off the ground and it’s like Ronaldo,'” he said. “But I watched it back and I’ve still got one arm on the floor, so it wasn’t the most acrobatic, but I think it was a nice contact.”
The England star also praised Marc Guehi’s impressive performance, describing the Crystal Palace defender as “arguably England’s most impressive player at Euro 2024.” Bellingham’s words of appreciation for his teammate reflect the strong camaraderie within the England squad.
As the Three Lions prepare for their quarter-final clash with Switzerland on Saturday, Bellingham’s heroics have once again demonstrated his immense talent and potential. Fans will be eager to see if the young midfielder can continue to lead England’s charge towards glory in the Euro 2024 tournament.
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