"Playing like Prime Burnley", "That was painful to watch" - X reacts as Jude Bellingham's goal helps England defeat Serbia in Euro 2024 opener
England defeated Serbia in their Euro 2024 opener thanks to a goal by Jude Bellingham. The match took place at the Veltins-Arena in Gelsenkirchen, Germany on Sunday, June 16, and ended in a 1-0 win for the Three Lions.
Real Madrid star Bellingham got on the scoresheet by netting a stunning header in the 13th minute. The Three Lions had more possession (54%) and a better pass accuracy (89%), and prevented the Eagles from scoring an equalizer.
Fans took to social media to express their opinions on the Three Lions' performance against Serbia. Despite the win, some English fans seemed to be unimpressed with the performance, while many criticized head coach Gareth Southgate's decisions in the game.
Here is a collection of their posts on X:
One fan wrote:
"Imagine Playing Like Prime Burnley."
Another added:
"That was painful to watchðŸ˜"
"That was incredibly boring to watch but well done a win is a win. Maybe try and score a few more," chimed in another.
One account posted:
"Bloody lucky against Serbia, Southgate deserves sacking before the next game."
Another said:
"With Southgate it's never coming home,poor in in-game management, should have subbed off Kane for Watkins or Toney, Subbing Saka off ahead Foden was an awful decision... England has a good squad but the main problem is Gareth Southgate 💯"
"Three important points, but what will Southgate do if he plays against Germany or France!!," said another.
One user wrote:
"undeserved win."
While another said:
"And we're 3/1 favourites to win this competition? Haha. No chance."
England are pitted against Denmark next in Euro 2024 on Thursday, June 20, at Deutsche Bank Park in Frankfurt, Germany.
England national team captain Harry Kane broke several records in their opening Euro 2024 clash
England national team captain Harry Kane, who made his senior debut for the Three Lions in 2015, broke several records in their opening match against Serbia in Euro 2024.
Kane became the player with the most appearances for England at the championship. Prior to the match, he and Gary Neville both had 11 appearances. This was also the 30-year-old striker's 23rd appearance for the Three Lions at a major tournament. Earlier, he was tied at 22 with Ashley Cole and Raheem Sterling.
Harry Kane also become the only player to captain the nation in four major tournaments, surpassing Steven Gerrard, David Beckham, Bobby Moore, Bryan Robson, and Billy Wright.