The Daily Mail has compiled a list of the greatest goals in the history of the England national team, with Jude Bellingham’s bicycle kick equalizer securing third place.
10. Pearce, 1996, England vs Spain
In the quarter-finals of Euro 1996, England faced Spain. After 120 goalless minutes, Pearce redeemed himself from a missed penalty six years earlier by converting in the shootout.
9. Sterling, 2021, England vs Germany
In the quarter-finals of Euro 2020, Sterling’s goal ended England’s 55-year winless streak against Germany in knockout matches, helping them advance.
8. Brooking, 1981, England vs Hungary
In a World Cup qualifying match in 1982, Brooking’s goal levelled the score and paved the way for England’s victory and qualification.
7. Barnes, 1984, England vs Brazil
In a friendly between England and Brazil, Barnes scored in response to racial discrimination he had been facing.
6. Kelly, 2022, England vs Germany
In the 2022 Women’s European Championship final, Kelly netted a late winner for England, securing the championship.
5. Beckham, 2001, England vs Greece
Beckham’s free-kick in 2001 secured a 2-1 victory over Greece, earning England a playoff against Ukraine and saving their spot in the 2002 World Cup.
4. Gascoigne, 1996, England vs Scotland
After a draw in their opening Euro 1996 game, Gascoigne’s goal against Scotland in their second match set England on their way to success.
3. Bellingham, 2024, England vs Slovakia
In the Round of 16 of Euro 2024, Slovakia took an early lead. In stoppage time, Bellingham scored an acrobatic equalizer from a header by Gie, followed by Kane’s extra-time goal to send England into the quarter-finals.
2. Platt, 1990, England vs Belgium
At the 1990 World Cup semi-final, Platt scored a last-gasp winner against Belgium in extra time.
1. Hurst, 1966, England vs West Germany
In the 1966 World Cup final, Hurst’s goal in extra time secured England’s famous victory and the trophy.
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