Jobe Bellingham earns England call-up after impressive Bundesliga start
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 12, 2026, 7:02 PM
Last updated Nov 12, 2026

Jobe Bellingham has established himself as a key player for Borussia Dortmund this season, significantly increasing his playing time to 644 minutes. His performance has caught the attention of England manager Thomas Tuchel, who included him in the senior squad for the first time. Bellingham’s evolution from a frustrated sub to an international prospect highlights his dedication and adaptability on the field, praised by both his club coach Niko Kovač and football pundits. The improvement comes after a challenging debut season where he played just 209 minutes in the first nine Bundesliga matches. Bellingham expressed his excitement about the opportunity to potentially play alongside his brother Jude for England.
- •Bellingham has played 644 minutes this season for Dortmund.
- •He received his first England call-up from manager Thomas Tuchel.
- •Previously, Bellingham faced criticism over playing time and performance.
- •Dortmund coach Niko Kovač highlights Bellingham's ambition and skill set.
- •Jobe aims to play alongside brother Jude for England.
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"An angry Bellingham father storming into Dortmund's dressing room after the final whistle because he was unhappy with his son's playing time. That story caused quite a stir at Borussia Dortmund just o...
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