Fans have lavished praise on an England star after their 3-2 win over Mexico at the FIFA World Cup
Fans have lavished praise on an England star after their 3-2 win over Mexico at the FIFA World Cup
Fans saluted England star Jordan Pickford after his spectacular display in a 3-2 win over Mexico in the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Although the 32-year-old conceded two goals on the night, he made important stops to deny the likes of Raul Jimenez and Julian Quinones and prevent an equalizer. He was brave in his approach to the game, punching out five crosses, making five clearances and three crucial saves overall (stats via FotMob).
After the full-time whistle, fans took to social media to lavish praise on the shotstopper's performance. On X, a fan wrote:
"Jude Bellingham will get a lot of credit for his game today but Jordan Pickford for put on a clinic today on how to be a proper goal keeper. He was outstanding. Absolutely amazing game."
Even a Mexican fan commended Pickford, writing:
"Win or lose I'm proud of the way Mexico played this world cup. Gotta give Pickford his flowers as well man."
A supporter remarked:
"Jordan Pickford... They will tell tales about you for the next 50 years."
Another simply claimed:
One fan heaped praise on multiple stars, writing:
"Huge performance this for England. Bellingham unreal. Gordon too. Pickford is phenomenal for England."
Led by stars like Harry Kane, Jude Bellingham, Declan Rice, Bukayo Saka and several others, England are one of the favourites to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup title. After overcoming the Mexican challenge, Three Lions' fans will be hoping that their nation wins their first title since the 1966 edition.
Jude Bellingham wins Player of the Match award in England's 3-2 win over Mexico at FIFA World Cup
Star England midfielder Jude Bellingham was named the Player of the Match after delivering a midfield masterclass in a 3-2 win over Mexico at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
In a hotly-contested Round of 16 fixture, Bellingham scored twice in three minutes in the first half to stun the capacity crowd at Mexico City's Estadio Azteca. The 23-year-old started off the scoring frenzy on the night by nodding Bukayo Saka's cross into the net in the 36th minute. He then followed it up by playing a one-two with captain Harry Kane and sweeping the ball into the net in the 38th minute.
Bellingham also completed four of his seven dribbles (57%) and two long balls (2/2, 100%) and won 10 of his 16 duels (62.5%). He also contributed on the defensive end, making three tackles, three ball recoveries and four clearances (stats via FotMob).
Up next, Bellingham will be seen in action against Erling Haaland's Norway in the quarter-final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Saturday (July 11).