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Following England's 3-2 victory over Mexico in the 2026 World Cup, Jude Bellingham not only had an emotional gesture with Gilberto Mora by swapping jerseys, but he also surprised many by praising the El Tri players in the mixed zone after the match.
The English midfielder's statements quickly went viral on social media, where Mexican fans acknowledged his humility and the respect he showed toward the Mexican National Team.
Jude Bellingham elogia a los jugadores de México: "Parecen bajitos, pero juegan con un corazón enorme"
Jude Bellingham stood out in last night's game by scoring a brace in the 36th and 38th minutes, ending the shutout streak of goalkeeper Luis Ángel "Tala" Rangel. However, beyond the result, the footballer highlighted the dedication of the Mexican side and stated that his opponents play with a massive heart, despite the physical difference between the two teams.
"They have really good players; you know, when you see them, they look a bit short, but they play with a huge heart, and that is well-known in this part of the world. So, as I said before, it was a pleasure to play on a stage like this against a team like this, in a country that is so incredible when it comes to soccer and life in general."
Jude Bellingham, deslumbrado con Erick Lira. Esto dijo
In addition to praising the Mexican team, Bellingham dedicated a few words to midfielder Erick Lira, one of the players who challenged him the most during the match.
"The Mexico players are incredible. That midfield runs so much. [Erick Lira] is very strong, they play with a lot of heart. It was a pleasure playing here against them."
The Englishman also acknowledged the atmosphere during the match and highlighted the support of the Mexican fans.
"The atmosphere was magnificent; the Mexico fans were incredible too."
Las redes sociales reaccionan a las palabras de Jude Bellingham sobre México
The English midfielder's statements quickly became viral on social media, where hundreds of Mexican fans highlighted his humility and respect for the Mexican National Team.
These were some of the reactions:
- "Mi niño tan humilde y respetuoso siempre".
- "Jude sorprendió por el partidazo de Erik Lira. Ojalá se vaya a Europa".
- "Qué grande, Jude".
- "No te puedo odiar, Bellingham; eres tan bueno en la cancha como en persona".
- "Qué bonito es que el rival reconozca que somos increíbles porque se les dio batalla hasta el último segundo. Se gana con esfuerzo y se pierde con honor".
¿Qué dijo Jude Bellingham sobre el partido entre Inglaterra y Noruega?
With the victory over Mexico, the England National Team advanced to the quarter-finals of the 2026 World Cup, where they will face Norway. Bellingham acknowledged it will be another difficult challenge, although he stated the team will look to approach it with the same mentality.
"It was a very difficult game. And the next one will be too. Today we had to deal with the altitude; now the heat of Miami awaits us, so it will be tough, but you can't win a World Cup without having to overcome great obstacles. Hopefully, we can face it with the same mentality."
¿Cuándo juega Inglaterra contra Noruega?
The match between England and Norway will take place on Saturday, July 11 at Miami Stadium, at 3:00 p.m. (Central Mexico time).
It is a match where the English will seek their pass to the semi-finals against the team led by Erling Haaland, and one that is undoubtedly anticipated by thousands of World Cup fans.
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