In a stunning turn of events, England’s Jude Bellingham scored an incredible bicycle kick in the final seconds of regular time to force extra time in the round of 16 match against Slovakia. England was down 1-0 after Ivan Schranz’s goal in the 25th minute, but Bellingham’s acrobatic equalizer breathed new life into the Three Lions. Despite a lackluster performance for much of the match, England’s momentum carried over into extra time.
In the first minute of extra time, captain Harry Kane headed in the winner, securing England’s spot in the quarterfinals. The English team’s comeback was nothing short of remarkable, with substitute Ivan Toney playing a crucial role in the winning goal. The match was a testament to England’s resilience and determination, and they will look to carry this momentum into their next match against Switzerland.
This victory marks a significant turnaround for England, who struggled to find their footing for much of the match. Slovakia’s defense was solid, but ultimately couldn’t withstand the English onslaught in extra time. The win sets England up for a quarterfinal showdown against Switzerland on July 6, and fans are eager to see if they can continue their winning ways.
