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Jude Bellingham

Also known as: King Jude

English midfielder who scored seven goals at the 2026 World Cup, including twice against Norway in the quarter-finals and a hat-trick in the third-place playoff.

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  1. July 2026
  2. The Standard

    It's narrow, narrow margins." England will rely on their world-class duo of Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane although influential defender Reece James misses the game through injury.

    England face DR Congo hurdle, USA prepare for World Cup moment in spotlight
  3. June 2026
  4. Citizen Digital

    Bellingham says 'job done' but England must improve at World Cup By AFP June 28, 2026 04:15 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter England midfielder Jude Bellingham reacts after winning the 2026 World Cup Group L

    Bellingham says 'job done' but England must improve at World Cup
  5. Citizen Digital

    Tuchel delighted to have Bellingham in 'sweet spot' for England at World Cup By AFP June 28, 2026 02:01 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter England's German head coach Thomas Tuchel gestures during the 2026 Wor

    Tuchel delighted to have Bellingham in 'sweet spot' for England at World Cup
  6. Citizen Digital

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    Croatia battle past Ghana to sew up World Cup Last 32 spot
  7. The Standard

    But the 2018 runners-up showed their grit to dig out a late winner from the head of Nikola Vlasic as they set up a knockout clash with the second-placed side from Group K in Toronto on Thursday.For a while, Croatia had been going through as group winners until Jude Bellingham gav

    Croatia battle past Ghana to sew up World Cup Last 32 spot
  8. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeJude Bellingham scored one goal and set up another to ensure England qualified for the World Cup knockout rounds as group winners on Saturday with a laboured 2-0 victory over Panama in New Jersey.

    Kane, Bellingham on target as England win World Cup group
  9. Citizen Digital

    Bellingham, Kane score as England beat Panama to reach World Cup last 32 By AFP June 28, 2026 02:12 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter England forward Harry Kane scores his team's second goal past Panama's goa

    Bellingham, Kane score as England beat Panama to reach World Cup last 32
  10. Citizen Digital

    Bellingham rues England's 'second game fever' after Ghana draw By AFP June 24, 2026 10:50 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter TOPSHOT - England's defender #06 Marc Guehi (C) and Ghana's midfielder #05 Thomas Pa

    Bellingham rues England's 'second game fever' after Ghana draw
  11. Citizen Digital

    Bellingham rues England's 'second game fever' after Ghana draw By AFP June 24, 2026 10:50 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter TOPSHOT - England's defender #06 Marc Guehi (C) and Ghana's midfielder #05 Thomas Pa

    Bellingham rues England's 'second game fever' after Ghana draw
  12. The Standard

    Jude Bellingham won his 50th cap as Marc Guehi and Djed Spence replaced John Stones and O'Reilly in the defence.

    England left frustrated by Ghana in World Cup draw

Monday 3 August

  1. Barco joins Chelsea as seventh summer signing from Strasbourg

    Valentin Barco, a 22-year-old Argentine who reached the World Cup final, joined Chelsea on a seven-year deal from sister club Strasbourg on Sunday, becoming the second player to move between the two clubs this transfer window.

    3 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 23 July

  1. Vozinha, Haaland named in fan-voted World Cup dream team

    Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha and Norway striker Erling Haaland were named in the fan-voted FIFA World Cup dream team after standout performances during their teams' unexpected runs. Vozinha topped the goalkeeper vote with 39.6% despite Spain's Unai Simon winning the Golden Glove.

    23 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Monday 20 July

  1. Mbappe wins 2026 World Cup Golden Boot with ten goals

    Kylian Mbappe won the 2026 World Cup Golden Boot after scoring 10 goals in the tournament, ahead of Lionel Messi who finished with eight. Mbappe also became the all-time top scorer in World Cup history with 22 goals across three tournaments, one ahead of Messi.

    20 July 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 19 July

  1. England beats France 6-4 for World Cup third place

    England defeated France 6-4 in the 2026 World Cup third-place match in Miami on Saturday, with Kylian Mbappe scoring his 22nd goal of the tournament to become the all-time leading scorer. Argentina and Spain advance to the World Cup final in New Jersey on Sunday.

    19 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. England beat France 6-4 in World Cup bronze playoff

    England defeated France 6-4 in the World Cup third-place playoff on Saturday, with Bukayo Saka scoring a hat-trick and Jude Bellingham becoming the first English player to score seven goals at a single World Cup. Kylian Mbappe became the leading scorer in World Cup history during the match.

    19 July 2026 · The Standard

Friday 17 July

  1. France and England contest 2026 World Cup third-place match

    France and England will play for third place in the 2026 World Cup in Miami on July 18, 2026, after losing their semi-finals—France to Spain 2-0 and England to Argentina 2-1.

    17 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. France and England face third-place playoff at 2026 World Cup

    France and England meet in the World Cup third-place play-off in Miami on July 18, 2026, after both lost their semi-finals: France fell 2-0 to Spain and England lost 2-1 to Argentina.

    17 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 16 July

  1. Argentina beat England 2-1 in World Cup semi-final

    Lionel Messi inspired Argentina to a 2-1 comeback victory over England in a World Cup semi-final, with Enzo Fernandez equalizing in the 85th minute and Lautaro Martinez scoring the winner in stoppage time. Argentina will face European champions Spain in the final.

    16 July 2026 · The Standard

  2. France and England face World Cup third-place playoff

    France and England will compete in the World Cup third-place play-off on Saturday in Miami, after both suffered semi-final defeats—France losing 2-0 to Spain and England losing 2-1 to Argentina. England manager Thomas Tuchel said neither team's players wanted to play the match, preferring to have reached the final.

    16 July 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 15 July

  1. Jude Bellingham's hometown celebrates England's World Cup semi-final

    As England prepares for a World Cup semi-final against Argentina, hometown fans in Stourbridge, England celebrate midfielder Jude Bellingham, who powered the team through to the semi-final clash. The 23-year-old has become a local hero, with murals and merchandise bearing his name adorning the quiet market town.

    15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Argentina faces England in World Cup semi-final

    Lionel Messi's Argentina will meet England in a 2026 World Cup semi-final on Wednesday at Atlanta Stadium, with Spain advancing to the final after eliminating France. Argentina is seeking to become the first team since Brazil in 1962 to win back-to-back World Cups.

    15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. England won't be distracted by Argentina World Cup rivalry

    Harry Kane said England will not be distracted by the historical tensions and incidents surrounding their World Cup semi-final against Argentina on Wednesday, which is set against a lingering sovereignty dispute over the Falkland Islands.

    15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  4. Argentina and England face World Cup semi-final clash

    Lionel Messi's Argentina will play England in a World Cup semi-final on Wednesday, with European champions Spain awaiting the winner. Argentina, three-time champions, seek to become the first team since Brazil in 1962 to win back-to-back World Cups, while England aim for their biggest match since winning their sole World Cup in 1966.

    15 July 2026 · The Standard

  5. African teams must move beyond competition, writer argues

    With France, Spain, England and Argentina—the four highest-ranked sides—as the last teams standing in the World Cup, an African observer reflects that Morocco's exit marks the continent's failure to bridge the gap between African talent and global excellence, and that African teams must develop sustainable depth rather than relying on flashes of brilliance.

    15 July 2026 · The Standard

  6. Scaloni unconcerned by fatigue ahead of Argentina-England semi-final

    Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni said he was not concerned about fatigue or his team's performances as they prepare to face England in the World Cup semi-final on Wednesday, with the holders seeking to reach consecutive finals.

    15 July 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 14 July

  1. England face Argentina in 2026 World Cup semi-final

    England and Argentina will meet in a 2026 World Cup semi-final at Atlanta Stadium on July 15, 2026, renewing their old rivalry as England bids to reach their first final in six decades while Messi's Argentina seeks to win back-to-back World Cups.

    14 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Monday 13 July

  1. Erling Haaland's impact on Norway at World Cup

    Erling Haaland scored seven goals across four matches for Norway in the World Cup before England defeated the team 2–1 in the quarter-finals, with Jude Bellingham scoring both goals. Haaland said the World Cup experience has changed him and grown his profile.

    13 July 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 12 July

  1. England face Argentina in World Cup semi-final Wednesday

    England and Argentina will meet in the World Cup semi-final on Wednesday in Atlanta after defeating Norway and Switzerland in the quarter-finals. Messi and Argentina seek to become the first team to win back-to-back World Cups since Brazil in 1962, while England pursue their first major trophy in 60 years.

    12 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. England beats Norway 2-1, reaches World Cup semis

    England manager Thomas Tuchel said his team were "lucky" to advance past Norway 2-1 after extra-time to reach the World Cup semi-finals, with Jude Bellingham's two goals overturning Andreas Schjelderup's opener. Tuchel praised Bellingham as "world-class" but expressed dissatisfaction with England's overall performance, saying they "made life very, very difficult" for themselves.

    12 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Haaland: Norway's World Cup run inspires new generation

    Erling Haaland said Norway's World Cup performances had inspired a new generation despite a 2-1 quarter-final defeat to England after extra-time. Haaland scored seven times in four games at the tournament, including two goals to eliminate Brazil in the last 16, before failing to score for the first time in 15 competitive games in the quarter-final loss.

    12 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  4. England and Argentina advance to World Cup semi-final

    England beat Norway 2-1 in extra time with two goals from Jude Bellingham, and defending champions Argentina defeated Switzerland 3-1, setting up a semi-final matchup between the two nations.

    12 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  5. Bellingham scores twice as England beats Norway in World Cup quarters

    Jude Bellingham scored twice, including in extra-time, to help England overcome Norway 2-1 in their first World Cup quarter-final and reach the semi-finals. England will face Argentina or Switzerland on Wednesday for a chance to reach their first World Cup final in 60 years.

    12 July 2026 · The Standard

  6. England, Argentina advance to World Cup semi-final matchup

    England defeated Norway 2-1 in extra time with two goals from Jude Bellingham, while defending champions Argentina beat Switzerland 3-1 at the quarter-finals. The rivals will meet in the semi-finals in Atlanta on Wednesday.

    12 July 2026 · The Standard

  7. Bellingham scores twice as England beats Norway in World Cup quarters

    Jude Bellingham scored twice, including an extra-time winner, as England defeated Norway 2-1 after extra-time in the World Cup quarter-final on Saturday, advancing to the semi-finals. Norway had taken the lead through Andreas Schjelderup before Bellingham equalised just before half-time, with a Norway goal later disallowed after a VAR review.

    12 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Saturday 11 July

  1. Mourinho returns to Real Madrid on three-season deal

    Jose Mourinho has been appointed as Real Madrid's new coach on a three-season contract running until 2029, replacing Alvaro Arbeloa. He said he is on a "mission" to create the right culture at the club, after Los Blancos failed to win a major trophy in the last two seasons.

    11 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 10 July

  1. England's O'Reilly says silencing Haaland vital in World Cup quarter-final

    Manchester City defender Nico O'Reilly said keeping Erling Haaland quiet would be "huge" ahead of England's 2026 World Cup quarter-final against Norway on Saturday in Miami. Haaland has scored seven goals at the tournament to lead his team into the quarter-finals for the first time.

    10 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. England face Norway and Haaland in World Cup quarter-final

    England advance to the World Cup quarter-finals in Miami against Norway, led by scoring machine Erling Haaland, who has seven goals in four World Cup appearances. England, featuring Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham, are favoured to reach the semi-finals despite defensive vulnerabilities.

    10 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Mourinho begins Real Madrid culture restoration mission

    New Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho said he is on a "mission" to create the right culture at the club during his second spell in charge, focusing on work, responsibility, and ambition after Los Blancos failed to win a major trophy in the last two seasons.

    10 July 2026 · The Standard

Thursday 9 July

  1. Kane-Haaland World Cup quarter-final showdown for Golden Boot

    England's Morgan Rogers backed Harry Kane to outshine Norway's Erling Haaland in a World Cup quarter-final meeting in Miami on Saturday, with both forwards competing for the Golden Boot award alongside Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe.

    9 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 8 July

  1. World Cup quarter-finals: Eight teams compete in United States

    The 2026 FIFA World Cup has reached the quarter-final stage with eight teams remaining. France, Morocco, and other heavyweight sides are set to compete in matches taking place across the United States.

    8 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

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