Bellingham highlights challenges of heat for England in World Cup prep
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 6, 2026, 11:15 PM
Last updated Jun 6, 2026
Jude Bellingham expressed concerns about England's ability to play their preferred style in the upcoming World Cup due to the heat and pitch conditions. England secured a 1-0 victory over New Zealand in a friendly on June 6, with Harry Kane scoring the lone goal. Bellingham noted the need for adaptation, indicating that both performance and environmental factors could influence their game plans. England begins their World Cup campaign against Croatia on June 17.
- •England defeated New Zealand 1-0 in a friendly on June 6.
- •Harry Kane scored the only goal just before halftime.
- •Bellingham indicates challenges due to heat and pitch quality.
- •England's World Cup opener is on June 17 against Croatia.
- •Team focused on preparation rather than the result of the friendly.
- 11:15 PMYahoo Sports — Bellingham admits England tactics ‘difficult’ to pull off at World Cup
- 11:00 PMYahoo Sports — ‘It is going to be difficult in the heat’ – Bellingham says conditions will be tough for England
"Jude Bellingham says England may not be able to play the way they want to in the World Cup, due to the heat and pitches.England beat New Zealand 1-0 in a friendly a week before the start of the tourna...
"Jude Bellingham has admitted that it is not easy to play the style of football England want to in the intense heat of the American summer ahead of the FIFA World Cup. The Three Lions lethargically be...
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 6, 2026, 11:15 PMBellingham admits England tactics ‘difficult’ to pull off at World Cup
Jude Bellingham has admitted that it is not easy to play the style of football England want to in the intense heat of the American summer ahead of the FIFA World Cup. The Three Lions lethargically be...
- Yahoo SportsJun 6, 2026, 11:00 PM‘It is going to be difficult in the heat’ – Bellingham says conditions will be tough for England
Jude Bellingham says England may not be able to play the way they want to in the World Cup, due to the heat and pitches.England beat New Zealand 1-0 in a friendly a week before the start of the tourna...
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