Tuchel says Bellingham faces competition for England World Cup spot
6 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 9:06 AM
Last updated Jun 8, 2026
England national team coach Thomas Tuchel indicated that Jude Bellingham must compete for a starting position at the upcoming World Cup. Bellingham, who captained England in the second half of a friendly against New Zealand, has only featured in four qualifying matches. Tuchel acknowledged Bellingham's talent but noted he is one of 14 or 15 players in the running for starting roles. Declan Rice has been named vice-captain as preparations intensify ahead of England's match against Croatia on June 17.
- •Bellingham captained England in the 1-0 win over New Zealand.
- •Tuchel names 14 or 15 players competing for starting positions.
- •Declan Rice confirmed as England's vice-captain.
- •England's first World Cup match is on June 17 against Croatia.
- 3:00 PMYahoo Sports — Tuchel says Bellingham must fight for England starting spot
- 9:06 AMYahoo Sports — Bellingham has fight to start for England - Tuchel
- 9:03 AMBBC Sport — Bellingham has fight to start for England - Tuchel
- 7:45 AMYahoo Sports — Tuchel admits Jude Bellingham not guaranteed England World Cup start amid fierce competition for No.10 role
"Thomas Tuchel has said Jude Bellingham is not guaranteed a place in his England team for the World Cup.Bellingham endured a mixed season at club level and theReal Madrid midfielder featured only four ...
"England manager Thomas Tuchel says Jude Bellingham must fight for his starting spot in the England XI. Tuchel has a stacked squad, but said Bellingham is among 14 or 15 players who are among his ‘st...
"Thomas Tuchel says Jude Bellingham has a battle on his hands to secure an England starting place, as the competition for World Cup places hots up under the West Palm Beach sun.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 8, 2026, 3:00 PMTuchel says Bellingham must fight for England starting spot
England manager Thomas Tuchel says Jude Bellingham must fight for his starting spot in the England XI. Tuchel has a stacked squad, but said Bellingham is among 14 or 15 players who are among his ‘st...
- Yahoo SportsJun 8, 2026, 9:06 AMBellingham has fight to start for England - Tuchel
Jude Bellingham has a fight on his hands to feature in England's starting line-up at the World Cup, says manager Thomas Tuchel.
- BBC SportJun 8, 2026, 9:03 AMBellingham has fight to start for England - Tuchel
Jude Bellingham has a fight on his hands to feature in England's starting line-up at the World Cup, says manager Thomas Tuchel.
- Yahoo SportsJun 8, 2026, 7:45 AMTuchel admits Jude Bellingham not guaranteed England World Cup start amid fierce competition for No.10 role
Thomas Tuchel has said Jude Bellingham is not guaranteed a place in his England team for the World Cup.Bellingham endured a mixed season at club level and theReal Madrid midfielder featured only four ...
- Sky Sports Football—Bellingham has a fight on his hands for England starting spot, Tuchel says
Thomas Tuchel says Jude Bellingham has a battle on his hands to secure an England starting place, as the competition for World Cup places hots up under the West Palm Beach sun.
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