England vs Belgium 2024: Recap, Summary, Scores, Goals, Highlights, Stats, League, Game Analysis, Points And Everything To Know
Recap
- In an ill-tempered friendly match held at the iconic Wembley Stadium, Belgium’s Youri Tielemans showcased his prowess, scoring twice. However, England’s Jude Bellingham emerged as the hero, salvaging a dramatic 2-2 draw with a last-gasp equalizer.
Summary
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- Early Setbacks: England faced adversity when Man City defender John Stones limped off the field early in the game.
- Tielemans Strikes: Belgium capitalized on a mistake by England’s goalkeeper, Jordan Pickford. Youri Tielemans found the net twice, putting Belgium in the lead.
- England’s Response: England fought back valiantly. Ivan Toney won and also converted a penalty, leveling the score.
- Missed Opportunities: Despite chances, including a disallowed goal by Jarrod Bowen, England struggled defensively.
- Bellingham’s Redemption: In the dying moments of the match, Jude Bellingham also redeemed himself, securing the draw for the hosts.
Scores
- The match ended in an exhilarating 2-2 tie.
Goals
- England:
- Ivan Toney (penalty)
- Also Jude Bellingham
- Belgium:
- Youri Tielemans (twice)
Highlights
- Bellingham’s last-minute equalizer spared England’s blushes.
- Defensive issues persist for England, also raising questions ahead of Euro 2024.
Game Statistics
- Venue: Wembley Stadium
- Date: March 26, 2024
- Referee: António Nobre
League
- Friendly match
Expert Analysis
- Luis Garcia, renowned football analyst, also dissects the high-scoring encounter between England and Belgium, providing insights into the drama and excitement of this memorable clash.
Takeaway
As Euro 2024 approaches, England faces challenges, and also Southgate’s record against top 10 nations remains a concern.
