Record-breaking Bellingham voted England men's player of the year

Jude Bellingham has been voted England men's player of the year for the second consecutive season by supporters voting on the official England app. The 23-year-old Real Madrid midfielder's performance at the 2026 World Cup was exceptional, as he scored a record seven goals. This tally set a new record for an England men's player at a major tournament.

England finished third in the competition, their best finish since 1966. Bellingham's goals included doubles in the round-of-16 victory against Mexico and the quarter-final win against Norway. He also became the youngest European player to feature at four major tournaments. England manager Thomas Tuchel praised Bellingham, describing him as "one of the players of the tournament, not only for us but of the whole tournament."

Bellingham's World Cup performance was a testament to his ability to thrive under pressure and his love for major stages, according to Tuchel. Captain Harry Kane, England's top scorer for the seventh consecutive season, called the achievement a "showcase of consistency" and thanked his teammates and coaches for their support.