Jude Bellingham has been named England men’s player of the year for a second successive season after a record-breaking campaign with the Three Lions.
The Real Madrid midfielder was recognised after helping England finish third at the 2026 World Cup, where he scored a record seven goals. The award was decided by supporters through the official England app.
Bellingham England Player of the Year Again
Bellingham has won the England player of the year award for the second year in a row, adding another major achievement to his international career.
The 23-year-old midfielder was one of England’s key players during their World Cup campaign. His seven goals were the most scored by an England men’s player at a major tournament.
Bellingham scored twice in England’s round-of-16 victory over Mexico at the Azteca Stadium. He then scored another two goals in the quarter-final win over Norway in Miami.
England eventually finished third at the tournament, securing their best World Cup finish since winning the competition in 1966.
Bellingham Sets World Cup Record
The England player of the year award follows a tournament in which Bellingham reached several milestones.
His seven goals set a new record for an England men’s player at a major tournament. He also became the youngest European player to feature at four major international tournaments.
The midfielder said he was delighted to be recognised by England supporters again.
Bellingham first represented England’s senior team in 2020, when he received his first call-up at the age of 17. He has since become an established member of the national side. The Football Association currently lists him with 56 senior caps and 13 goals.
Tuchel Praises Bellingham
England manager Thomas Tuchel praised Bellingham’s performances during the World Cup.
Tuchel described the midfielder as one of the players of the tournament and highlighted his ability to perform under pressure.
The England manager also praised Bellingham’s competitive mentality and his ability to produce his best performances on major stages.
The award gives Bellingham another individual honour as England prepares for its next international challenges.
Kane Sets Another England Record
Bellingham was not the only England player to achieve a notable milestone.
Captain Harry Kane finished as England’s top scorer for a seventh consecutive season after scoring 12 goals across all national-team competitions.
Kane’s tally matched his best goalscoring total for England in a single season.
For Bellingham, however, the latest recognition adds to an already memorable year.
His record seven World Cup goals, England’s third-place finish and consecutive player of the year awards have made 2026 another significant chapter in his international career.
The Bellingham England player of the year award was decided by supporters, making the recognition another indication of his importance to England’s recent campaigns.