Mikel Oyarzabal’s goal in the 86th minute of the European Championship sealed a 2-1 victory for Spain, causing the Three Lions to suffer another heartbreaking final defeat.

All of the England players appeared upset at the final whistle, but the Real Madrid midfielder stood out in particular.

He appeared to be in a very contemplative mood as he sat on the England bench, staring towards the pitch. He walked off the pitch and kicked a drinks cooler in rage.

Eventually, Bellingham made his way back to the pitch, where manager Gareth Southgate and England captain Harry Kane consoled him.

Jude Bellingham kicked a drinks cooler in frustration after England’s defeat to Spain

A livid Bellingham looked thoughtful on the bench as Spain players celebrated on the pitch

He returned to the pitch where he was consoled by Harry Kane and Gareth Southgate

England again fell short in the final of the European Championship to a superior Spain side

Bellingham like many losing players in finals, swiftly took his medal off after the presentation

 

By the time of the medal presentation, Bellingham had composed himself, but it was obvious that he was unhappy about having to pass the Euro 2024 trophy. He removed his medal quickly, as was the case for many players on the losing team in the finals.

The 21-year-old contributed to England’s equaliser following Spain’s lead thanks to Nico Williams.

The midfielder was spotted by Bukayo Saka, and despite being off balance, he was able to lay it back to Cole Palmer for a spectacular equaliser.

Bellingham’s incredible overhead kick in the last seconds of England’s match against Slovakia, which forced extra time, was another major factor in the team’s advancement to the championship.

“I think they were the best team in the tournament,” Southgate, his manager, stated following the match. Despite our poor ballkeeping, we managed to stay in it till the very end. I am so proud of the players; they have been amazing, and I am heartbroken for everyone.

We were moving a little quicker. There was a good opportunity to equalise late on, but I don’t think we did quite enough.