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England manager praises Bellingham’s World Cup performance and potential

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 12:20 PM

Last updated Sep 17, 2026

England manager praises Bellingham’s World Cup performance and potential

Summary

England manager Thomas Tuchel has praised Jude Bellingham for his standout performances during the FIFA World Cup, calling him one of the tournament's top players. Tuchel emphasized Bellingham's ability to thrive under pressure, noting his impressive mindset and physical preparation leading into the tournament. Bellingham's current season with Real Madrid has seen him contribute three goals and two assists, reflecting his ongoing development and influence on the field. The manager highlighted the player's competitive spirit and how it has been vital to his success.

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By the Numbers

•Tuchel calls Bellingham one of the World Cup's best players.
•Bellingham has three goals and two assists for Real Madrid this season.
•Tuchel praises Bellingham's competitive spirit and ability under pressure.
•Bellingham excelled in an attacking midfield role after last season's struggles.
•His strong performances have been pivotal for England and Real Madrid.

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12:20 PMYahoo Sports — England manager waxes lyrical over Bellingham’s World Cup heroics: ‘Just thrives on the pressure’

What they're saying

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Jude Bellingham’s performances at Real Madrid have gone a step higher than what the player showcased last season, and it is scary to imagine how much better the player can get with experience.So far...
— Yahoo Sports

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