England Need Bellingham as Tuchel Tests His Status

First reported by N12 · Jun 17, 2026

What happened

Jude Bellingham is no longer an automatic starter for England under Thomas Tuchel, despite once being central to the team’s success. Tuchel has left out several major names, while Bellingham’s injuries and uneven Real Madrid form have opened the door for Morgan Rogers and others. England will weigh whether Bellingham can still be a decisive figure at the 2026 World Cup.

• 01Tuchel has turned England’s midfield battle into an open competition.
• 02Bellingham has started only four matches under Tuchel since January 2025.
• 03He missed time after shoulder surgery and later fell out of favor.
• 04England left out Palmer, Foden, Maguire and Alexander-Arnold from the squad.
• 05Tuchel said Bellingham is one of 14 or 15 players who could start.

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N12Center · HebrewJun 17, 2026

England Need Bellingham as Tuchel Tests His Status

MakoCenter · HebrewJun 17, 2026

England Need Bellingham as Tuchel Tests His Role Before the World Cup

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