Jude Bellingham named No 10 in England World Cup squad
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 3:27 PM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
England announced its squad numbers for the upcoming World Cup, with Real Madrid's Jude Bellingham wearing the pivotal No 10 shirt. This decision raises questions about his role under coach Thomas Tuchel, particularly in relation to Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers, who will wear No 17. Manchester City's Nico O'Reilly has been assigned No 3, reinforcing expectations he will be the first-choice left-back. Other notable assignments include Jordan Henderson with No 14 and Marcus Rashford donning No 11 after his season at Barcelona. The selections suggest a lineup strategy as England prepares for the tournament this summer.
- •Bellingham confirmed as No 10 for the World Cup squad.
- •Rogers will wear No 17, indicating competition for starting roles.
- •O'Reilly receives No 3, seen as first-choice left-back.
- •Henderson takes No 14, while Rashford dons No 11.
- •Squad numbers hint at Tuchel's tactical plans ahead of the tournament.
- 3:27 PMYahoo Sports — Bellingham is No 10 in England World Cup squad
- 3:27 PMBBC Sport — Bellingham is No 10 in England World Cup squad
"England's squad numbers for the World Cup have been announced - but how much do the choices hint at Thomas Tuchel's thinking?
"England's squad numbers for the World Cup have been announced - but how much do the choices hint at Thomas Tuchel's thinking?
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 2, 2026, 3:27 PMBellingham is No 10 in England World Cup squad
England's squad numbers for the World Cup have been announced - but how much do the choices hint at Thomas Tuchel's thinking?
- BBC SportJun 2, 2026, 3:27 PMBellingham is No 10 in England World Cup squad
England's squad numbers for the World Cup have been announced - but how much do the choices hint at Thomas Tuchel's thinking?
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