Jude Bellingham encourages fans to celebrate England’s World Cup victory
Jude Bellingham urged England fans to forget work and keep the celebrations going after inspiring the Three Lions to a thrilling World Cup victory over Mexico, reports BritPanorama.
Bellingham, who scored twice in England’s pulsating 3-2 triumph at the Estadio Azteca, jokingly suggested that supporters should order another drink and call in sick after a night of excitement that highlighted one of the nation’s most memorable wins.
The match’s kick-off was delayed due to severe weather, meaning it began at 2am UK time. With pubs allowed to stay open until 5am, thousands watched Thomas Tuchel’s side advance into the quarter-finals in unforgettable fashion.
When asked for a message to fans back home, Bellingham quipped, “Have another shot and text your bosses to say you’re not coming in tomorrow. That’s about it.” He reflected on the scenes across England, saying, “I can imagine it’s carnage,” celebrating the nation’s unity in sporting joy.
Bellingham expressed pride in the team’s performance, stating, “What we have done tonight is spectacular.” His brace, coupled with a penalty scored by Harry Kane, was pivotal in a match where England had to contend with playing over 40 minutes with ten men after Jarell Quansah’s dismissal.
Despite the elation from this victory, Bellingham cautioned his teammates against complacency. “It is still one game at a time. At the end of the day it is just a round of 16 win,” he noted, as preparations begin for a challenging quarter-final against Norway in Miami on Saturday.
Reflecting on his first appearance at the iconic Azteca Stadium, Bellingham remarked on the extraordinary atmosphere: “The atmosphere was by far the best I have played against in international football.” He embraced the passionate reception the team received, underscoring the deep connection between fans and their national team.
“The refereeing decisions, it is what it is. It’s the World Cup and they are human too,” he added, finding perspective amid the pressures of high-stakes competition.
Indeed, this World Cup journey is as much about the highs and lows as it is about the football itself; it serves as a reminder of how deeply sport can unite a nation, where celebrations and rivalries intertwine to craft unforgettable moments.
