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EURO 2024 Day 3 Review: Bellingham's Early Header Secures England's Narrow Win Over Serbia

Posted : 17 June 2024

A powerful first-half header by Jude Bellingham set England off to a winning start in their Euro 2024 campaign with a 1-0 victory over Serbia on Sunday. The Three Lions began the match confidently but had to hold on tightly to secure the points by the end.

 

Bellingham showcased his skills by storming into the box to connect with Bukayo Saka's deflected cross, sending it into the net from close range in the 13th minute. This early goal put England, the Euro 2020 runners-up, ahead and eventually at the top of Group C after Denmark and Slovenia drew 1-1 earlier in the day.

 

Throughout the match, Bellingham set the pace for England's attacking plays and was lauded by fans at Arena AufSchalke. Gareth Southgate's attack-minded strategy initially created opportunities down the right flank, with Saka linking up effectively with full-back Kyle Walker, whose surging runs added to the threat.

 

However, after the break, Serbia began to pose a greater challenge, disrupting England's earlier fluency. Despite a total of 11 shots—six from Serbia and five from England—the match saw the lowest shot tally in a European Championship game since at least 1980. England's defense, featuring Marc Guéhi and Kieran Trippier, held strong under pressure, ensuring the win despite Serbia's second-half resurgence. England captain Harry Kane acknowledged the team's struggle but emphasized the importance of the victory as they prepare to face Denmark on Thursday, while Serbia will take on Slovenia.

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