Bellingham's England spot at risk due to competition
Is Jude Bellingham’s England Future in Jeopardy? Why His Squad Spot Isn’t Guaranteed
Bellingham's England spot at risk due to competition
Jude Bellingham — once an automatic choice for England’s starting XI — now faces mounting pressure to secure his place in the national team ahead of the 2026 World Cup . 1. Tough Return from Injury and Reduced Role After undergoing shoulder surgery earlier in the season , Bellingham’s return to full fitness has been gradual. Reports indicate that he missed recent England camps as a result of that recovery, and his limited match rhythm became a factor in omission from key qualifiers. England head coach Thomas Tuchel has made it clear that fitness and form matter, and that no player — regardless of reputation — has a guaranteed spot . That philosophy puts added pressure on Bellingham to perform consistently now that he’s fit again. 2. Competition for the “Number 10” Spot What once felt like Bellingham’s domain — the playmaking “number 10” role — is suddenly crowded. Several young English talents have emerged and impressed this season: Morgan Rogers (Aston Villa) — in excellent form, scoring im…
