Jude Bellingham Crowned England Men’s Player of the Year for Second Consecutive Season

Jude Bellingham received the fan-voted honor after scoring seven goals at the 2026 World Cup, the most ever by an Englishman at a single tournament.

Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham has been named the England men's player of the year for the second year in a row. The award, voted for by fans, follows a 2026 World Cup campaign where Bellingham set a new national record by scoring seven goals in a single tournament. His performance helped the Three Lions secure third place—their highest finish ever on foreign soil—concluding with a 6-4 victory over France in the third-place playoff.

Bellingham’s tournament included two goals during a 3-2 round-of-16 win against Mexico and another double in the quarterfinal victory over Norway. Despite these contributions, England’s bid for the title ended with a semifinal loss to Argentina. Head coach Thomas Tuchel described the midfielder as a "machine" who thrived under the pressure of the competition's biggest stages.

Following this individual recognition, England prepares for a UEFA Nations League fixture against world champions Spain at Wembley Stadium this Saturday. The national team is also scheduled for upcoming matches against Croatia and two fixtures against Czechia to complete their remaining schedule.