England Get Off to a Winning Start at Euro 2024

Bellingham Scores Winner Against Serbia

Southgate's Men Overcome Dogged Display

England got off to a winning start at Euro 2024 with a 1-0 win over Serbia in Gelsenkirchen on Saturday. Jude Bellingham scored the only goal of the game with a fine header early on, and England held on to claim all three points despite a dogged display from their opponents.

Serbia started brightly and had a good chance to take the lead when Dusan Vlahovic found himself clear through on goal, but the Fiorentina striker fired wide. England then began to assert their dominance and took the lead in the 13th minute when Bellingham nodded home Phil Foden's cross.

Serbia continued to create chances throughout the game, but they were unable to find a way past England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford. England had chances to extend their lead, but they were guilty of wasting several good opportunities.

In the end, England held on for a hard-fought victory that will give them confidence going into their next game against Scotland on Tuesday. Serbia, meanwhile, will be disappointed to have lost their opening game, but they will take heart from their performance and will be confident of bouncing back in their next match against Norway.