Jude Bellingham earns praise as potential greatest England player
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 1:10 PM
Last updated Jul 12, 2026
Jude Bellingham scored both goals in England's 2-1 victory over Norway during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Real Madrid midfielder was named Man of the Match for his performance on July 12. Gary Lineker has endorsed Bellingham, suggesting he could become England's greatest footballer, citing his ability to thrive under pressure and perform in critical moments. The midfielder has quickly established himself as a vital player for both club and country, thanks in part to his experiences at Real Madrid. Discussions regarding Bellingham's potential legacy are ongoing as the tournament continues.
- •Bellingham scores both goals in England's 2-1 win over Norway
- •Lineker praises Bellingham as future greatest England footballer
- •Bellingham named Man of the Match for his performance
- •His role at Real Madrid strengthens his international impact
- •England aims for World Cup success with Bellingham's contributions
- 1:10 PMYahoo Sports — Premier League legend backs Real Madrid midfielder to become England’s greatest player – “This is superstar reaction”
"Real Madrid players have been in excellent form at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with Kylian Mbappe, Jude Bellingham and Vinicius Junior in top form at the tournament.Bellingham single-handedly helped Engl...
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