World Cup 2026: Will Jude Bellingham Make the England Squad’s Final List?
World Cup 2026: Will Jude Bellingham Make the England Squad’s Final List?
Jude Bellingham is regarded by many as one of the best active footballers in the world. After all, he secured third place for the prestigious Ballon d’Or in 2024 and has helped Real Madrid win multiple titles since joining the club in 2023.
As he made his international debut for England at 17 years old and has appeared in every competitive squad since, many expect the midfielder will represent the team at the World Cup 2026.
Of course, as the team has a new manager, there is no guarantee Bellingham will make the cut this year. Continue reading to learn if Jude Bellingham will be included in the England squad for the World Cup 2026.
BEO Betting odds are showing Jude Bellingham has an 80% chance of making it onto the England squad’s final list for the World Cup 2026 ::: Discover the latest Bet Entertainment Odds predictions for this market.
Jude Bellingham is Likely to Be Chosen
Jude Bellingham is arguably one of the best English players in soccer/football at the moment.
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World Cup 2026 - Who Will be Included in the Final List of England Squad
| # | Bet Options | Chance to Win | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Implied Projected Winner Cole Palmer | 99.01% | ||
| Implied Projected Winner Jude Belligham | 81.97% | ||
| Implied Projected Winner Dean Henderson | 80% |
After making his professional debut at Birmingham City in 2019, Bellingham’s talent on the pitch quickly caught the attention of other clubs, resulting in his transfer to Borussia Dortmund a year later.
As a result, he became the youngest English player in history to start in a Champions League game.
After three successful years at the club, he made the move to Real Madrid and has helped the team to win the La Liga Title (2023-24), the UEFA Champions League (2023-24), the Supercopa de Espana (2024), the FIFA Intercontinental Cup (2024), and the UEFA Super Cup (2024).
In addition to a successful club career, Bellingham has played at an international level numerous times, as he climbed through the youth levels to join the senior squad in 2020.
As a result, he has participated in numerous competitive tournaments, including the World Cup 2022 and the UEFA Championship in 2020 and 2024.
Due to his exceptional performance on the pitch, peak condition, and ferocity in each game, it would be a huge shock if Jude Bellingham didn’t appear on the final list for the England squad ahead of the World Cup 2026.
For instance, BEO betting odds indicate he has an 80% chance of making it onto the final list for the England Squad.
Many Top Players Stand a Shot at the Squad
Of course, there is no guarantee Jude Bellingham will represent England at the World Cup 2026, as many top players deserve a shot at the squad.
Thomas Tuchel will have the difficult decision of choosing from the best players to play in the tournament next year. For instance, BEO betting odds suggest Cole Palmer has an 87.49% chance of joining the squad.
Also, the odds favor Dean Henderson, Declan Rice, Jordan Pickford, and Harry Kane to make it onto the list, to name a few exceptional players.
An Unforeseen Circumstance Could Stand in His Way
As Jude Bellingham plays at an elite level and has youth on his side, it would be surprising if he isn’t chosen to play for England in the World Cup 2026.
It would likely take an unforeseen circumstance to stand in his way of making the final list, such as a serious injury that places him on the bench.
However, England’s manager Thomas Tuchel might decide against adding him to the squad, as he was recently surprisingly vocal about Bellingham’s actions on and off the pitch.
During a recent interview, he claimed Jude’s mother finds her son’s behavior repulsive at times. What’s more, he claimed Bellingham’s intensity on and off the pitch can be intimidating to his teammates.
On a positive note, he stated the soccer star is the right fit for England, as he said, “I think he has a certain something. I think he brings an edge, which we welcome, and which is needed if we want to achieve. Yeah, it needs to be channeled. The edge needs to be channeled towards the opponent and not to intimidate the teammates or to be over-aggressive towards the teammates.”
