Jude Bellingham’s outstanding display in England’s 3-0 World Cup win over Senegal announced the 19-year-old’s arrival among the global elite but now comes the biggest test so far of his young career, IgbereTV reports
Much will be expected of the supremely talented central midfielder when Gareth Southgate’s side face world champions France in Saturday’s quarter-final in Qatar.
Bellingham helped create the opening two goals as England swatted aside Senegal in the last 16 on Sunday and the teenager delivered a fine all-round performance that left seasoned observers searching for superlatives.
“I think he’s a fantastic player. He has everything with and without the ball, presses really well, gets around the pitch, tackles,” said captain Harry Kane.
“With the ball, he can run, he can take players on, he can play a through-ball and as you saw today he was really important with our goal,” said the England striker.
“I like Jude a lot, he’s a really good person, he’s mature for his age and he’s got great leadership skills as well,” Kane added.
High praise indeed, but it is unlikely to go to his head — Bellingham is accustomed to accolades and well used to defying age expectations
