England's World Cup campaign has been marked by Jude Bellingham's impressive performances. Against Panama, Bellingham scored once, assisted once, and created two chances.

What happened?

Bellingham's dynamic role has been a key factor in England's success, with his goal, assist, and commanding display securing their place in the World Cup knockout stages.

Why it matters for England

The numbers back up the eye test, with Bellingham consistently influencing games. However, Thomas Tuchel's biggest tactical dilemma is how to consistently put Bellingham in the position where he hurts opponents most.

What comes next?

England's next fixture is against Spain on 2026-09-26. With Bellingham's role crucial to their success, Tuchel must find a way to get the best out of him.

DateOpponentResult
2026-06-17Croatia4-2

Recent form: 2W-0D-2L, with England on a 2-game winning run. Bellingham's importance at international level is no longer up for debate, and Tuchel must find a way to build the team around him.