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Among England’s outstanding Black footballers, none has been the quintessential national icon—until Jude Bellingham | Calum Jacobs

July 14, 2026grace

In the lead-up to the World Cup, the entrenched hostility that had accompanied Jude Bellingham virtually from his breakthrough at senior level grew more vociferous. Numerous scribes, commentators and one-time professionals doubted whether one of the country’s most gifted footballers could become a divisive presence within the team. The starkest articulation of this position appeared […]

World Cup 2026: England ace Jude Bellingham reaches peak as Messi looms

July 12, 2026grace

After rescuing England from a humiliating loss against Slovakia at Euro 2024, Bellingham memorably shouted “Who Else?” toward the supporters. That moment came following his stunning bicycle-kick goal in the 95th minute in Gelsenkirchen, which set the stage for an extra-time triumph in the round of 16. Since then, his journey has included challenges, at […]

Jude Bellingham shines in simulated World Cup but falls short of solo glory | World Cup 2026

July 12, 2026grace

Bellingham versus the elements. Throughout most of the match, it seemed as though three distinct forces were vying for dominance in the thick Miami Gardens atmosphere. Norway, appearing in their maiden World Cup last-eight tie, exhibited spirit, technique, and composure, and by any measure excluding Bellingham’s impact, they were arguably the superior side. At the […]

World Cup 2026: England’s Jude Bellingham returns to indispensable status

July 12, 2026grace

However, during the pre-tournament friendlies against New Zealand and Costa Rica, a shift became apparent as Bellingham began to shine. In England’s opening World Cup match against Croatia, he netted a superb individual effort to give his side a 3-2 lead. Then versus Panama, with the team struggling to find a way through in the […]

Former Dortmund pals Haaland and Bellingham take center stage in Norway-England World Cup 2026 showdown

July 10, 2026July 10, 2026grace

From the outset, this World Cup has been dominated by football’s most celebrated figures, but as Miami once again welcomes its newest sporting obsession on Saturday evening, the player with a genuine Ballon d’Or claim probably won’t be the centre of attention. With all due respect to Harry Kane, in a football landscape moving past […]