FANS were staggered by Jordan Henderson scoring the opener to transform England’s 3-0 World Cup win over Senegal.
And Liverpool fans were dreaming of a club link-up with Jude Bellingham after the two midfielders combined sublimely for the 38th minute opener in Sunday’s last-16 clash.
Henderson had only netted twice before in 72 internationals – but now has two in the knockout stages of major tournaments.
And as social media exploded with incredulity, one observer posted: “If you had Henderson, give me the Powerball numbers.”
Similar stunned responses included: “Jordan Henderson first goal scorer! Bookies can’t find a single winning ticket.”
And of course the big question was: “How many people had Jordan Henderson as first goal scorer?”
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Another fan joked: “Henderson poor at being solid in midfield but offering a real goal threat, just as we all expected.”
And one watcher said: “Jordan Henderson is the greatest England player of all time if we’re being completely honest and unbiased.
Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher waded in with: “Brilliant Jordan Henderson! So often questioned, but always answers in the right way.”
The anchorman, 32, slipped home nonchalantly after a slick move ended with Bellingham sliding the ball across the box to him.
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That ignited both Twitter and a slow-starting England team – as Harry Kane thumped a second and Bukayo Saka lifted a deft third goal to set up a victory stroll.
One fan posted what he called an “updated” list of all-time great Three Lions ‘ midfielders: 1) Bellingham 2) Henderson 3) Scholes 4) Lampard 5) Gerrard.”
And Liverpool supporters are crossing the fingers Anfield boss Jurgen Klopp can somehow beat Real Madrid, Manchester City, United and Chelsea to the mega-money signing of Borussia Dortmund hero Bellingham next summer.
Such comments included: “Could get used to watching that combination. Brilliant from Bellingham, what a run and finish from Henderson.”
And noting the touching celebration of the goal maker and taker, a misty-eyed observer posted: “I thought Henderson and Bellingham were going to kiss then… most romantic thing I’ve seen this year.”
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
