WARRINGTON'S Jesse Lingard came off the bench at half time to help liven up England against Belgium in the World Cup third-place decider.
But a goal in each half handed Belgium a deserved win at Saint Petersburg Stadium in Russia, leaving Gareth Southgate's men to settle for fourth place.
Here's some of the reaction to Lingard's performance in this game and across the tournament.
@JesseLingard player of tournament from our view....#jlingz most underrated player at United.....well done pal 👍🏻👍🏻👹 pic.twitter.com/jaxz6l14C8
— Arron Johnson (@ArronJ66) July 14, 2018
@JesseLingard marry me
— s (@billiejeansus) July 14, 2018
Jesse Lingard hits the deck against Belgium. Picture: Owen Humphreys/PA Wire
You did us proud boys ❤️⚽️ thank you for a great World Cup ☺️ #threelions #ENG @England @JesseLingard ❤️ pic.twitter.com/Hlpb3YYnmO
— Abby Kinna (@AbbyKinna) July 14, 2018
@JesseLingard thought you played so well and never gave up your a massive credit to your country and your family must be very proud
— neil wackrill (@neilwackrill) July 14, 2018
Jesse Lingard looks for a way past Belgium. Picture: Aaron Chown/PA Wire
Thought @JesseLingard had a strong second half for @England but a 2-0 loss to Belgium was probably a fair reflection #BELENG #WorldCup
— Warrington Sport (@WG_Sport) July 14, 2018
Guess this is just how your country plays when they depend on Jesse Lingard to create
— You Go, Glen Coco (@Iron_Yute) July 14, 2018
Jesse Lingard has really been exceptional this WC, Man united fans who had issues with him should change their minds
— Abbey Kinene (@DashAbbey) July 14, 2018
I said before the #WorldCup that @JesseLingard would leave it a superstar. Genuinely believe he’s been absolutely brilliant. So good at moving the team forward with intricate passes & rarely loses the ball. Always wants it & has given his all 👏🏼👊🏼 #ThreeLions #ENG
— Luke Sheekey (@LukeSheekey) July 14, 2018
After the final whistle, a disconsolate Jesse Lingard with England manager Gareth Southgate as skipper Harry Kane holds his head. Picture: Owen Humphreys/PA Wire
Never really noticed before but @JesseLingard is a bit fit isn't he 😍 #EnglandvsBelgium
— Fee 🌟 (@MissFee85) July 14, 2018
Throughout this tournament it has become more apparent how important to England @JesseLingard is !! How long before Jose can see his value & give him a worthwhile constant roll in the @ManUtd midfield ??
— Steve Brydon (@StevenBrydon2) July 14, 2018
Jesse Lingard at the FIFA World Cup:
— Rushabh Dhruv (@rockstarushabh) July 14, 2018
vs. 🇹🇳 - 96.4% pass accuracy
vs. 🇵🇦 - 93.9% pass accuracy
vs. 🇨🇴 - 90.9% pass accuracy
vs. 🇸🇪 - 93.5% pass accuracy
@jesselingard you gave it your absolute all every single game and i couldn’t be any more prouder of you ! ❤️
— brooke (@explictlingard) July 14, 2018
England and Manchester United play better when Jesse Lingard is on the pitch. Facts
— 🃏Callum McNamara🃏 (@Mack3y_Callum98) July 14, 2018
Best players of England in this world cup:
— Subedi Prabhakar (@prabhakarsr_) July 14, 2018
Jesse Lingard
Harry Maguire
Jesse Lingard is too much for my heart to handle😍💔
— Kiera Evans (@Kieralouise24) July 14, 2018
I'm so proud of you @JesseLingard At a young age, you already representing your nation. You have done so well for this world cup. It's ok if you lose today's game. You're still young, still have a long way to go.
— QaTT (@xxxqttrn) July 14, 2018
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