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The magic starts before he even gets the ball. As Ezri Konsa moves in, Jude Bellingham leans into his defender, Ylber Ramadani, hinting he wants the ball behind him. Ramadani steps in to cover, but in a flash, Bellingham pivots and darts towards Konsa instead. The pass comes—because it was always going to. But Bellingham’s quick move gives him five precious yards of space.
A familiar face approaches. Myrto Uzuni, who knows Bellingham’s style from their La Liga matchups, rushes in to close the gap. He’s seen this before, studied the tapes, and prepared himself. Yet again, he’s left grasping at air. A feint, a swivel, and Bellingham glides past him, heading for the penalty area. Four seconds later, England scores.
This is Jude Bellingham at his best—no frills, no fuss, just pure talent. He’s a football magician who doesn’t rely on cheap tricks. No flashy stepovers or pointless flicks. Just effective moves done with precision. A chop, a body feint, a subtle shift. The kind of stuff any kid can learn in an afternoon, but done at a level few can match.
Even his assist for Myles Lewis-Skelly was just a simple, 15-yard side-footed pass. Something you or I could do in practice. But the genius is in recognizing the moment, daring to play it, and nailing it—again and again. That’s what sets Bellingham apart. That’s what makes him special.
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As England kicks off their World Cup qualifying campaign, there’ll be plenty of chatter about squad depth, tactics, and the backup left center-back. But at the end of the day, England’s fate comes down to two simple questions: what kind of Jude Bellingham shows up in North America next summer? And how much will Thomas Tuchel let him shine?
Let’s be clear, this doesn’t mean giving Bellingham free rein to roam without a plan. Nor does it mean tying him down to a system that stifles his brilliance. The worst thing England could do is sacrifice the game plan for Bellingham’s talent or vice versa. The key is balance—giving him enough freedom to express himself while keeping him within a framework that maximizes his impact.
In tournament football, where every moment counts and a single spark can change the game, the best players need some freedom. The ability to improvise, to break from the script, to create something out of nothing. Whether it’s a stunning last-minute bicycle kick or a no-look pass that unlocks a tough defense, that’s the difference between winning and losing. Tuchel needs to get this if England wants to compete at the highest level.
The early signs are good. Tuchel has praised Bellingham, calling him “extraordinary” when Bayern Munich faced Real Madrid in the Champions League last year. He admired Bellingham’s ability to play without “the weight of the shirt,” which has helped him thrive despite his youth. Tuchel’s recent push for Marcus Rashford and Phil Foden to attack defenders more directly hints at a style that could work well with Bellingham’s instincts. The message is clear: England’s attack revolves around Bellingham and Harry Kane. The rest of the team needs to create space for them to work their magic.
Tactically, Bellingham is amazing. But it’s his emotional edge that really sets him apart. His game is fueled by swagger, self-belief, and a bit of arrogance that makes him stand out. That’s why Real Madrid—the club where talent and ego collide—has been the perfect fit for him.
“We know there’s a certain way of winning games,” Bellingham said after Madrid’s recent win over Atlético. “We understand game situations really well.”
That winning mindset is something England really needs. Yet, oddly, Bellingham hasn’t been fully embraced back home. There are whispers that he’s too egotistical, too individualistic, too demanding. He’s not the “nice quiet boy” that England usually idolizes—the polite team player who never rocks the boat.
But England has plenty of nice quiet boys. What they need is someone who can bring some creative tension to the team. A player who adds a bit of bite, a bit of flair, and that unshakeable self-confidence that makes the greats truly great.
This is where Tuchel needs to step up. When the inevitable criticism comes—the media scrutiny, social media meltdowns, and overblown controversies—Bellingham will need his manager’s support. There will be flare-ups, emotional moments, and the occasional unnecessary yellow card. But that’s part of the deal. It’s the cost of working with genius. Bellingham thrives when he has something to push against. Tuchel’s job is to make sure that push doesn’t come from within his own team.
Even Real Madrid, with all their stars, are still figuring out how to best use Bellingham. He started the season on fire, then hit a rough patch, looking tired and frustrated. But then he bounced back—scoring seven goals in eight games around the new year. Recently, his goal count has slowed, but with Kylian Mbappé expected to join, a new version of Bellingham is emerging. He’s now getting more assists per 90 minutes than ever before.
Jude will annoy. Jude will frustrate. He’ll get under the skin of defenders and scandalize traditionalists who think midfielders should be seen and not heard. But Jude will also break games open, create magic moments, and—just maybe—lead England to glory in a major tournament.
The question isn’t whether England can handle Bellingham. The question is whether they dare to embrace the chaos and ride the wave.
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