Copyright The Associated Press. All rights reserved. DOHA β He started. He scored. He got serenaded. All in all, a pretty good World Cup debut for year-old Jude Bellingham. The England midfielder, who hadn't even made his professional debut by the time the last World Cup was played four years ago, scored the first goal Monday in a victory over Iran at Khalifa International Stadium.
And it was his first goal for England. Manchester United, Manchester City and Liverpool are all said to be admirers. The goal on Monday came from a header that sailed over the opposing goalkeeper in the 35th minute.
I said I wanted to score more goals for Dortmund and England this year and to get in the right position. Brilliant ball in from Luke Shaw and I was just there to flick it away. Really proud moment for me. Bellingham made his professional debut for Birmingham City in when he was only 16 years old. Europe's biggest clubs took notice.
He spurned United, even after former manager Alex Ferguson was enlisted to entice him to the Premier League club. Instead, Bellingham believed his development would be better served in Germany with Dortmund. It turned out be a sound choice. And with the boisterous singing coming from the stands in Qatar, it sounded even better at his first World Cup. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission.
Bellingham scores, gets serenaded in his World Cup debut. James Robson Associated Press. Published: November 21, at PM. Recommended Videos. These Insider Deals are focused on self-care and jewelry. Save big on self-care and jewelry with these Insider Deals Read full article: Save big on self-care and jewelry with these Insider Deals.
