Jude Bellingham Wins Back-to-Back England Men’s Player of the Year Awards
Jude Bellingham has been voted England Men’s Player of the Year for a second consecutive season after a public ballot rewarded his record-breaking contribution to the Three Lions’ 2026 World Cup campaign.
Record World Cup campaign earns second award
The Real Madrid midfielder scored seven goals at the World Cup, setting a new mark for the most goals by an England player in a single edition of the tournament. His finishing proved decisive during England’s run under Thomas Tuchel.
- Bellingham struck twice in England’s 3-2 last-16 win over Mexico.
- He added another brace against Norway in the quarter-finals.
- England’s tournament ended with a semi-final defeat to Argentina.
- The side responded by beating France 6-4 in the third-place play-off.
- That result gave England their highest World Cup finish in a tournament staged outside their own country.
Reflecting on the recognition, Bellingham said he was delighted to receive the backing of supporters once more. He described the award as an honour and said it was a welcome addition to a memorable summer with England, even though individual prizes are not his focus when representing his country.
Tuchel highlights Bellingham’s competitive edge
Tuchel placed Bellingham among the standout performers of the entire World Cup, pointing to both his physical capacity and his ability to respond in the biggest matches.
The England head coach said the midfielder had fulfilled his potential during a demanding summer schedule, calling him an exceptional competitor with remarkable endurance. Tuchel also stressed that Bellingham relishes high-pressure occasions and that the biggest stages bring out his strongest level.
Nations League return begins with Spain
England will now move on from their World Cup campaign and resume UEFA Nations League action. Their next assignment is a major meeting with world champions Spain at Wembley Stadium on Saturday.
Tuchel’s squad then have two further competition fixtures to complete, against Croatia and Czechia, as the manager seeks to carry the momentum of England’s World Cup performance into the new Nations League schedule.
