{
  "id": 18829900,
  "title": "'Huge dream' to play for England with Jude, says Jobe Bellingham",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/08/huge-dream-to-play-for-england-with-jude-says-jobe-bellingham",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-08T00:50:39.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "New Straits Times",
    "slug": "new-straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.nst.com.my/sports/football/2026/11/1573085/huge-dream-play-england-jude-says-jobe-bellingham"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Borussia Dortmund midfielder Jobe Bellingham expressed his hope to make his dream of playing alongside his brother Jude for the England national team come true after being selected to the 25-man squad for upcoming Nations League matches against Croatia and Spain. England manager Thomas Tuchel made the 21-year-old's name available on Friday. Jobe revealed that he and his brother had played out the scenario of playing together for England during their childhood, recalling their reenactments in the garden or park. The younger Bellingham, speaking to DAZN after Dortmund's 2-1 home victory over Elversberg in the Bundesliga, emphasized that it's a huge dream, although it hasn't materialized yet. He expressed his excitement about the possibility, cautioning against premature celebrations. Jobe has been England's captain in the under-21 team, but this marks his first senior call-up. His brother Jude, a Real Madrid midfielder, has earned 60 caps for England. Jobe acknowledged the challenges of adapting to the Bundesliga during his initial stint with Dortmund in 2025, but he has impressed this season, becoming a mainstay in the team's starting lineup. Dortmund coach Niko Kovac commended Jobe's dedication to refining his skills, describing him as a \"complete football freak\" who meticulously studies his own game and those of his peers to glean insights from the best in his position. Kovac praised Jobe's character, noting that he is a \"great lad\" with an excellent attitude, and expressed his happiness that Jobe can now wear the England jersey alongside his brother, a unique and special opportunity.",
  "summary": "DORTMUND: Borussia Dortmund midfielder Jobe Bellingham said Saturday he hoped to fulfil a “huge dream” by playing alongside brother Jude after being called up to the England squad.",
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Free Malaysia Today",
        "title": "‘Huge dream’ to play for England with Jude, says Jobe Bellingham",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/07/huge-dream-to-play-for-england-with-jude-says-jobe-bellingham",
        "published": "2026-11-07T23:30:27.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}