Diego Maradona's Record Matched by Jude Bellingham

Jude Bellingham matched Diego Maradona's 40-year record at Azteca Stadium, scoring two goals in quick succession against Mexico.

What happened?

Bellingham's goals gave England a first-half lead, with the young player showing leadership and attacking threat.

Why it matters for Diego Maradona

Diego Maradona's record, set in 1986, was a notable achievement, with the Argentine scoring twice in the 'Hand of God' game and again in the semi-final against Belgium.

What comes next?

Bellingham's feat is even more impressive, given the intense atmosphere of the Azteca Stadium, and he handled the pressure well, unlike some of his teammates.

The Estadio Azteca is a ground that has seen it all, but Bellingham's achievement makes him stand out.

He took a leaf out of teammate Kylian Mbappe's book, mimicking the speed of the Frenchman's rapid-fire 2022 World Cup double, with both scoring two goals in under two minutes.

The Azteca is a cauldron, one of the most intense atmospheres in world football, and Bellingham handled the heat, while some players didn't.

Jarell Quansah, for example, let the pressure of the occasion get to him, and was dismissed after a reckless challenge.

It's hard to be too harsh on Quansah for losing his head, but we can praise Bellingham for handling it in the best way possible.

Bellingham's goals will make the headlines, as they should, and his achievement is a notable one, given the record he has matched.

Diego Maradona's record, set in 1986, was a notable achievement, and Bellingham's feat is a testament to his skill and leadership.

The young player has shown that he can handle the pressure of a big game, and his goals will be remembered for a long time.

The match was a significant one, with England facing Mexico, and Bellingham's goals gave his team a much-needed lead.

The Azteca Stadium is a difficult place to play, but Bellingham rose to the challenge, and his achievement is all the more impressive given the circumstances.

Bellingham's feat is a notable one, and it will be interesting to see how he follows it up in future games.

The record he has matched is a significant one, and it will be a challenge for other players to follow in his footsteps.

The match was played on a significant date, and Bellingham's goals will be remembered for a long time, given the record he has matched.