Euro 2024 Highlights: England Advances, Belgium Fans Excited For France Clash

England advanced to the Euro 2024 quarter-finals after a dramatic comeback against Slovakia on Sunday. Jude Bellingham scored the equaliser with a stunning overhead kick in stoppage time, leading to a 2-1 victory in extra time. Social media buzzed with reactions into Monday, while other teams prepared for their last-16 matches.

UEFA announced an investigation into Bellingham's celebration, which appeared to include a rude gesture towards Slovakia fans. Bellingham clarified it was an inside joke directed at friends attending the game and apologised for any offence caused. "An inside joke gesture towards some close friends who were at the game. Nothing but respect for how that Slovakia team played tonight," he wrote on X.

Paul Pogba, currently banned from Euro 2024 due to alleged doping, made an appearance in Dusseldorf to support France's fans before their match against Belgium. The 2018 World Cup winner was seen energising Les Bleus supporters at the Casa Bleue.

Meanwhile, Dutch fans might feel flattered by their Belgian neighbours' imitation. Ahead of Belgium's match against France, a video showed Belgian supporters enjoying a lively warm-up at a fan park. The scene suggested they might rival the Netherlands' fans, who have been standout supporters in Germany so far.

Bellingham's equaliser for England was not just crucial but also spectacular. UEFA Euro 2024's official X account shared a slow-motion clip of his overhead kick, highlighting the moment of brilliance. "Moment of magic from Jude," read the caption accompanying the video.

Kylian Mbappe was wrapping up his pre-match press conference when he asked about the score in England's match against Slovakia. He was surprised to learn Slovakia was leading at that moment, though England eventually turned it around.

Gary Lineker has faced criticism during this tournament but expressed delight over Bellingham rescuing Gareth Southgate's team. However, he was displeased with UEFA investigating Bellingham’s celebration. "For crying out loud, the @EURO2024 celebration police are looking into @BellinghamJude. Ridiculous!" Lineker tweeted.

The Oranje Arrive in Munich

The Netherlands arrived in Munich on Monday ahead of their Tuesday match against Romania. Virgil van Dijk led Ronald Koeman’s team in a warm-up session as they prepared for the crucial game that could set up a meeting with either Austria or Turkiye.

As Euro 2024 progresses, teams and fans alike continue to create memorable moments both on and off the pitch. The excitement and drama are sure to keep building as we move closer to crowning this year's champions.