Jude Bellingham has been crowned England’s Player of the Year for the second consecutive time, earning the honor through a vote conducted on the official England app. The Real Madrid star’s recognition follows a standout 2025-26 international campaign where he scored seven goals, all of which occurred during the 2026 World Cup. By netting these seven goals, the midfielder set a new record for the most goals scored by an England player in a single tournament.
Bellingham’s offensive contributions were central to England’s third-place finish, marking the national team’s best performance since their 1966 World Cup victory. His scoring impact was notable in the knockout stages, where he netted a brace in the 3-2 Round of 16 victory against Mexico and followed up with two goals in the 2-1 quarter-final win over Norway.
Reflecting on the achievement, Bellingham described it as a great honor to be recognized once again by the supporters. While he noted that individual awards are not his primary focus while competing for his country, he acknowledged that this particular accolade is a special highlight following an extraordinary season. The midfielder remains humble, emphasizing that his contributions on the pitch remain his priority regardless of individual honors.
