GALLERY: Stourbridge born Jude Bellingham gives England lead over Iran
By Jonny Drury
Published 21st Nov 2022, 14:09 BST
Updated 21st Nov 2022, 16:09 BST
Stourbridge born teen Jude Bellingham has given England the lead against Iran - as the Three Lions run riot in the first half.
Bellingham, born in Stourbridge, is playing in his first World Cup and latched on to a cross in the first half to become only the second teenager after Michael Owen to score in a World Cup finals.
The Birmingham City academy graduate, who left the club to sign for German side Borussia Dortmund, gave England a deserved lead.
His opener was followed by a half volley from Bukayo Saka - and England were in cruise control when Raheem Sterling netted just before the break.
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