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Bellingham scores twice to lift England past Haaland and Norway 2-1 and into World Cup semifinals
By ALANIS THAMES, Associated Press at ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports
· July 12, 2026
· 1 min read
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — Jude Bellingham locked arms with teammate Harry Kane as England fans belted out the Beatles' “Hey Jude.” Bellingham certainly earned the serenade. He scored twice on Saturday — an equalizer in the first half and the go-ahead goal in the third minute of extra time — to l...
Key takeaway (AP) — Jude Bellingham locked arms with teammate Harry Kane as England fans belted out the Beatles' “Hey Jude.
Why this matters in The McAllen
The World Cup quarterfinal match between Norway and England may seem like a distant event to McAllen residents, but for local soccer enthusiasts, the excitement is palpable. The Rio Grande Valley has a rich soccer culture, with many residents closely following international competitions. As the match heads into extra time, fans gathered at local watch parties and sports bars in McAllen are likely on the edge of their seats, cheering on their favorite team. The Valley's diverse community, with strong ties to European and Latin American cultures, adds to the excitement, as fans from different backgrounds come together to enjoy the beautiful game. With the match's outcome still uncertain, local fans will be eagerly awaiting the final result, and the city's soccer community will be buzzing with discussion and debate about the thrilling match.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 12, 2026 ·
Source: ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — Jude Bellingham locked arms with teammate Harry Kane as England fans belted out the Beatles' “Hey Jude.” Bellingham certainly earned the serenade. He scored twice on Saturday — an equalizer in the first half and the go-ahead goal in the third minute of extra time — to l...
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