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Dan Marsh

Jude Bellingham and Bukayo Saka make England history in opening World Cup game

Jude Bellingham and Bukayo Saka helped fire England into a commanding half-time lead in their World Cup opener against Iran on Monday - and made Three Lions history by doing so.

Bellingham broke the deadlock for Gareth Southgate's side in the 35th minute with a majestic header before Saka doubled England's advantage with an instinctive volley just five minutes later. Raheem Sterling completed the first-half rout in the 46th minute to effectively seal the points.

Bellingham and Saka won plenty of plaudits for their impressive performances - and it emerged that the young duo had made history with their quickfire double against Carlos Queiroz's side at the Khalifa International Stadium.

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