Jude Bellingham Just Did Something Not Seen at World Cup Since Pele in 1958
Summary
Jude Bellingham scored important goals for England in the 2026 FIFA World Cup knockout rounds, becoming the second-youngest player since Pelé in 1958 to score two or more goals in back-to-back knockout games. England defeated Mexico and Norway to reach the semifinals, with Bellingham and teammate Harry Kane each scoring six goals so far.Key Facts
- Jude Bellingham is 23 years and 12 days old.
- Bellingham scored two goals in two minutes against Mexico in the Round of 16.
- He scored the winning goal against Norway in the quarterfinal during extra time on July 11.
- Bellingham is the second-youngest player since Pelé (1958) to score two or more goals in consecutive World Cup knockout games.
- England’s captain Harry Kane also scored six goals in the tournament.
- England will play the semifinal match against either Argentina or Switzerland on July 15 in Atlanta.
- England has not reached a World Cup final since winning the tournament in 1966.
- If Argentina reaches the semifinal, England could prevent them from becoming the first repeat World Cup champion since Brazil in 1958 and 1962.
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