He became the best in World Cup history – and it's not Messi! Who is it?
Steven Perez
Dailysports's expert
Jude Bellingham is having a tournament that can already be called historic.
Details: The England midfielder netted a brace in the quarter-final clash against Norway, bringing his tally at the 2026 World Cup to six goals. The Three Lions triumphed 2-1 after extra time to secure their spot in the tournament's semifinals. No midfielder had ever scored more than six goals at a single World Cup before.
- Also read: Experience of the hosts versus the ambitions of Senni's team: prediction for Fluminense vs Bahia
In the match against Norway, Bellingham first equalized just before halftime, then struck the decisive goal in the third minute of extra time, sending England into the semifinals.
It’s worth highlighting that this was already Bellingham’s fourth Man of the Match award at the 2026 World Cup.
Reminder: Who Won the Man of the Match Award in England's 2-1 Win Over Norway at the 2026 FIFA World Cup?
