Foden Scores First England World Cup Goal
Phil Foden arrives at the far post to finish Harry Kane’s low cross against Wales, doubling England’s lead shortly after the opening goal.
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2022 in Great Britain — Page 2
Explore 89 historical events and records for Great Britain in 2022.
Historical records for Great Britain in 2022
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November
Kane Supplies Cross for Foden Against Wales
Harry Kane delivers a precise ball across goal for Phil Foden to convert, registering a decisive attacking contribution in England’s win over Wales.
Pickford Wales Shutout
Jordan Pickford records another clean sheet as England defeat Wales 3-0, securing first place in their World Cup group.
Rashford Completes Double Against Wales
Marcus Rashford scores his second goal of the evening from open play as England beat Wales 3-0 and advance from Group B.
Rashford Free Kick Breaks Wales Deadlock
Marcus Rashford bends a free kick beyond the Wales goalkeeper early in the second half, giving England the lead in the final Group B match.
Southgate Secures Group B First Place
Gareth Southgate’s England finish top of Group B after beating Wales, earning a round-of-16 meeting with Senegal.
December
Bellingham Sets Up Senegal Opener
Jude Bellingham advances down the left and squares the ball to Jordan Henderson, creating the first goal of England’s knockout-stage victory over Senegal.
Foden Creates Saka Knockout Goal
Phil Foden provides the ball for Bukayo Saka’s second-half goal against Senegal, helping England seal a place in the World Cup quarter-finals.
Henderson Opens Scoring Against Senegal
Jordan Henderson runs into the penalty area and finishes a pass from Jude Bellingham, putting England ahead in their World Cup round-of-16 match against Senegal.
Kane Opens Tournament Scoring Against Senegal
Harry Kane finishes a rapid counterattack just before half-time against Senegal, scoring his first goal at the 2022 World Cup.
Pickford Senegal Knockout Clean Sheet
Jordan Pickford keeps Senegal scoreless in the round of 16, including a key first-half save before England establish control of the match.
Saka Finishes England Third Against Senegal
Bukayo Saka delicately lifts a finish over Senegal’s goalkeeper after Phil Foden’s delivery, completing England’s 3-0 round-of-16 victory.
A New Britain Report
Brown presents proposals for devolution, economic renewal and reform of central government.
Kane Equalises From Penalty Against France
Harry Kane converts England’s first penalty against France to make the score 1-1 in the World Cup quarter-final at Al Bayt Stadium.
Kane Misses Late Quarter-Final Penalty
Harry Kane sends England’s second penalty over the crossbar against France, leaving his side trailing 2-1 before their elimination from the 2022 World Cup.
Mount Wins Second Penalty Against France
Mason Mount is pushed by Theo Hernandez in the French penalty area, and a video review awards England a second penalty late in the quarter-final.
Saka Wins First Penalty Against France
Bukayo Saka is fouled by Aurelien Tchouameni inside the France penalty area, giving Harry Kane the chance to equalise from the spot.
First Franchised Bus Contracts
Burnham announces operators for the first locally controlled Bee Network bus services.
House of Lords Membership Ends
Ends his recorded membership of the House of Lords after three decades as Lord Lawson of Blaby and a longer parliamentary career beginning in 1974.
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Academy Award
Wins the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay for Belfast.
Academy Midfielder Helps Secure Promotion
Ryan Yates featured in Nottingham Forest's midfield during the 2022 Championship play-off victory over Huddersfield Town. The academy graduate helped the club return to the Premier League.
Aston Villa Managerial Departure
Gerrard leaves Aston Villa after a poor run of Premier League results, ending his first tenure as an English top-flight head coach.
Battersea Power Station Reopens To Public
The restored turbine halls opened as a public shopping and leisure destination within the redeveloped power station.
Battersea Underground Extension Serves Area
The Northern line extension improved rail access to the Battersea Power Station redevelopment area.
Birmingham History Interpretation Continues
The city's long development from a medieval settlement to an industrial metropolis remained central to the museum's Birmingham history galleries.
Bishop Joins Portsmouth from Accrington
Bishop signs from Accrington Stanley and becomes Portsmouth's main centre-forward, offering movement and dependable finishing.
Brentford Hat Trick Against Norwich
Toney scored three times as Brentford defeated Norwich City 3-1, securing vital points in the club's battle to stay in the Premier League.
DC United Head Coach Appointment
Rooney returns to D.C. United as head coach, beginning his first managerial position in Major League Soccer.
Deep Purple
Joins Deep Purple as guitarist after Steve Morse steps back from the band.
Departure From Derby County
Rooney leaves Derby County after a season shaped by administration, points deductions and relegation despite the team's persistent efforts.
Derby Administration Survival Effort
Wayne Rooney continues managing Derby County during administration and a substantial points deduction, overseeing a difficult 2021-22 Championship campaign.
Everton Managerial Appointment
Lampard becomes Everton manager during a tense relegation campaign and inherits the challenge of keeping the club in the Premier League.
Final Day Brentford Goal
Scores a stoppage-time goal against Brentford on the final day as Leeds United secures Premier League survival.
Good Pop Bad Pop Publication
Publishes Good Pop, Bad Pop, using objects from his attic to explore memory, creativity and popular culture.
Goodison Win Secures Everton Survival
Lampard's Everton come from two goals down to beat Crystal Palace 3-2, securing Premier League safety in a dramatic home match.
Jarrod Bowen Scores Twice Against Manchester City
Jarrod Bowen scores twice as West Ham United draw 2-2 with Manchester City, making a significant contribution during the closing stages of the league season.
JWST Imaging of HIP 65426 b
Leads observations producing Webb's first direct image of an exoplanet.
Loan Full Back in Promotion Season
Djed Spence excelled at right wing-back while on loan at Nottingham Forest from Middlesbrough in 2021-22. His progressive running and defending played an important part in the club's promotion.
Manchester United Loanee Promotion Influence
James Garner played in Nottingham Forest's midfield during the 2022 Championship play-off final. The Manchester United loanee supplied passing quality and set-piece delivery in the promotion campaign.
Mercury Imaging
BepiColombo flyby images provide additional views of Mercury's cratered terrain while the mission remains in cruise.
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