Jude Bellingham has taken the World Cup 2026 by storm, leading England to a thrilling 2-1 victory over Norway. The Real Madrid midfielder scored two goals for the second consecutive match, showcasing his undeniable talent and earning rave reviews from pundits like Gary Neville, who noted that Bellingham's performances have been "game-changing."

With this latest achievement, Bellingham has now become the top-scoring midfielder in the tournament with six goals, trailing only forwards Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe, and Erling Haaland in the overall scoring charts.

Highlights of Bellingham's contributions include:

• Youngest European to appear at four men's major tournaments
• Second-youngest player after Pele to score twice in back-to-back World Cup knockout games
• Joint-top scorer for England at the tournament alongside Harry Kane

Beyond his scoring prowess, Bellingham leads his team in several attacking metrics, including:

• Total available offers for passes
• Sprints
• Runs into the attacking third
• Runs in behind defenders

As Opta suggests, England stands a strong chance of reaching the final. Bellingham's remarkable form not only eliminated Norway but also took out Haaland as a competitor for the Golden Boot. With only two goals separating him from Mbappe and Messi, the prospect of England achieving its greatest sporting success since 1966 feels increasingly attainable.