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Tuchel Challenges Jude Bellingham to Keep Shining in World Cup Knockout Stage

From Republika · () Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • England national team coach Thomas Tuchel urged Jude Bellingham to maintain his impressive form heading into the knockout stages of the 2026 World Cup.
  • Tuchel praised Bellingham's development into a key player who can determine match outcomes and drive England's play.
  • Bellingham, 22, was a standout performer in the group stage, scoring goals and providing assists, helping England win their group.

England's national team coach, Thomas Tuchel, has challenged Jude Bellingham to sustain his exceptional performances as the Three Lions prepare for the knockout stages of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Tuchel believes the Real Madrid midfielder has evolved into a pivotal figure capable of influencing match results and energizing the team's overall play.

I am not sure if it is a reaction, but that is indeed what we want from him. Since day one in camp, he has always shown a very positive attitude. He fully accepts all our demands as a team player, then brings his individual quality to determine the outcome of the match.

— Thomas TuchelThomas Tuchel praises Jude Bellingham's positive attitude and his ability to contribute both individually and as a team player for England.

At just 22 years old, Bellingham has emerged as one of the most prominent players throughout the group stage. He scored in England's 4-2 victory over Croatia, was named Man of the Match in their goalless draw against Ghana, and delivered another stellar performance in the 2-0 win against Panama. In the match against Panama, Bellingham opened the scoring before assisting captain Harry Kane, securing England's position as group winners.

Tuchel commended Bellingham's attitude, stating, "Since day one in camp, he has always shown a very positive attitude. He fully accepts all our demands as a team player, then brings his individual quality to determine the outcome of the match." The coach highlighted Bellingham's ability to balance individual brilliance with team objectives as a key factor in his influence.

That is what you see in this World Cup. That is also what you see from other big teams and other great players. We have a player like that, and he is a key player.

— Thomas TuchelThomas Tuchel emphasizes Jude Bellingham's importance and compares his impact to that of other top players in the World Cup.

"That is what you see in this World Cup. That is also what you see from other big teams and other great players. We have a player like that, and he is a key player," Tuchel remarked. He added that Bellingham must continue his development to remain a difference-maker as the pressure intensifies in the tournament's crucial phase.

He fully accepts all the demands we give him as a team player. So far, everything is going very well. Now he has to keep developing.

— Thomas TuchelThomas Tuchel acknowledges Jude Bellingham's successful integration into the team and urges him to continue his growth.
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Originally published by Republika in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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