"Bellingham has saved Southgate", "We were very lucky" - Fans react as England reach Euro 2024 QFs with dramatic 2-1 win over Slovakia

Fans reacted as England reached the Euro 2024 quarterfinals with a 2-1 extra time win over Slovakia on Sunday (June 30) at the Veltins-Arena in Gelsenkirchen.

Slovakia took the lead through forward Ivan Schranz from an assist by David Strelec in the 25th minute. Engliand midfielder Jude Bellingham scored the equaliser with a sensational overhead kick from an assist by defender Marc Guéhi in the 95th minute, forcing extra time.

Captain Harry Kane scored the winner through an assist by Ivan Toney in the first minute of the extra time to seal the contest.

Fans took to social media as the Three Lions beat Slovakia in the Euro 2024 Round of 16. While some hailed the English goalscorers, others complained about head coach Gareth Southgate, whike others believed it was a lucky win. Here are some of the reactions on X:

One fan wrote:

"BELLINGHAM HAS SAVED Southgate"

Another added:

"We were very lucky but a win is a win!"

"there is no skill behind this, no talent, no grand idea. Gareth Southgate is simply the luckiest man in the universe," chimed in another fan.

One account posted:

"Terrible performance. Southgate won't make any changes again now."

Another wrote:

"Southgate is one lucky man. Let’s not flatter to deceive. Plan A was dreadful and Plan B was just luck than anything else. Just hope the turnaround boosts spirits and camaraderie in camp. Manager has some serious questions to answer."

"Idc sack Southgate tonight," posted another.

One user wrote:

"Please bring in a new manager before the e quarter finals 😭😭"

Another wrote:

"Fire Southgate and bring Tuchel in for the rest of the tournament, we might actually win"

England will play Switzerland in the quarterfinals of Euro 2024 on Saturday, July 6, at the Merkur Spiel Arena in Dusseldorf.

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Jude Bellingham opens up after England's 2-1 win over Slovakia in Euro 2024

Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham, who revived England's chances of advancing in Euro 2024 with his last gasp equaliser, spoke up about his performance. The 21-year-old told ITV (via @FabrizioRomano on X):

"I know what I can deliver in those moments."

"Regardless of what people say, I've done it this year for Madrid and I've done it for England before. I am just happy to help the team," added Bellingham.

Jude Bellingham, who made his senior debut for the Three Lions in 2020, has netted five goals and provided as many assists across competitions in 33 appearances.