Jude Bellingham was England’s saviour in Gelsenkirchen, producing a spectacular overhead kick in injury time to prevent an ignominous exit against Slovakia in the last 16 at Euro 2024. His goal was followed shortly after by Harry Kane’s winner in extra time.
That was enough for England to progress and postpone any kind of inquest after another unimpressive display against disciplined, well-organised opposition. Gareth Southgate looked visibly relieved as he hugged his players at the final whistle.
