**Chapter 6: Breaking Records and Hearts**

The English national team's momentum was still high after their win against Korea, and they were set to face their next opponents, Australia, in a highly anticipated match. Daniel was still on a high from his goal against Korea and the chance encounter with Emma, and he was eager to continue his good form. As the team prepared to take on Australia, Gary Southgate reminded them that Australia was a team not to be underestimated. They had a strong squad with some talented players, and they would push England to their limits. Daniel was focused and determined to lead his team to another win. The day of the match arrived, and Daniel was feeling confident. He had been in top form lately, and he was determined to make a lasting impact on the tournament. As the teams took to the pitch, the atmosphere was electric. The match began, and England dominated the early stages, with Daniel causing problems for the Australian defense with his pace and skill. In the 20th minute, he got his first chance to score, but his shot was saved by the Australian goalkeeper. However, Daniel was not to be denied for long. In the 35th minute, he received a pass on the edge of the box, turned his defender inside, and unleashed a powerful shot that flew into the top corner of the net. The crowd erupted, and Daniel's teammates rushed to congratulate him on his goal. As the match wore on, Daniel continued to impress, beating defenders with ease and creating chances for his teammates. In the 60th minute, he scored his second goal of the match, a stunning strike from outside the box that sealed the win for England. As the final whistle blew, Daniel was mobbed by his teammates. He had scored two goals and had led his team to a convincing win. The English fans were going wild, and Daniel was on cloud nine. As he made his way off the pitch, Daniel was met with a sea of congratulatory messages. He had broken records, becoming the first English player to score in consecutive matches in the tournament. His teammates were thrilled for him, and the media was buzzing with his name. But amidst all the chaos, Daniel's eyes scanned the crowd, searching for a familiar face. And then, he spotted her - Emma, beaming with pride and holding a sign that read "I'm so proud of you, Daniel". He grinned, feeling a sense of excitement and joy. He had broken records, but more importantly, he had captured the heart of the lovely Emma. The post-match interviews were a blur for Daniel, as he was bombarded with questions about his goals and his form. But he couldn't help but sneak glances at Emma, who was watching him from the stands. He knew that he had to make sure she was okay and thank her for coming to support him. As the team made their way to the locker room, Daniel excused himself and made his way to the stands. Emma was waiting for him, a huge smile on her face. "Congratulations, Daniel," she said, as he wrapped his arms around her. "You were incredible out there." Daniel grinned, feeling a sense of happiness and contentment. He knew that this was just the beginning of an incredible journey, both on and off the pitch.