Bellingham Brace Sends England to World Cup Semis

Bellingham, yet again. He scored twice. Took England past Norway, straight into the last four. When it counted, the Real Madrid midfielder got it done. His second goal, deep in extra time, settled the whole messy affair. Sky Sports confirmed it.

Norway wasn't just rolling over, mind. They put up a proper fight. Even managed to pull a goal back. But Bellingham? He was the difference. Two goals. That’s it. Another big game, another big performance. The 23-year-old has this weird habit of living up to the hype, doesn't he? Whether it’s for Real Madrid or for England, the weight of expectation just seems to make him better. Can't argue with that.

So England moves on. Their World Cup dream, still breathing. Southgate's squad can now sit back and figure out the next step. They've dodged one bullet in the knockout stage, that much is certain. A semi-final spot. Don’t tell me they didn’t earn it. Or at least Bellingham did.