Jude Bellingham has been named England‘s Player of the Year for the 2025-26 season, marking the second consecutive campaign the Real Madrid midfielder has received the prestigious fan-voted award. This repeat honour underscores his consistent impact and growing influence on the national team.
The recognition follows a truly standout season where Bellingham played a pivotal role in England’s journey to the World Cup semi-finals. His performances were central to the Three Lions’ strong showing, where they ultimately secured a commendable third-place finish in the tournament.
World Cup Heroics and Goal-Scoring Prowess
Bellingham’s influence was particularly evident during the World Cup itself, where he showcased his goal-scoring ability on the biggest international stage. Remarkably, all seven of his goals for England in the 2025-26 season came during the World Cup tournament.
Across 12 appearances for the national team throughout that season, he registered an impressive seven goals and one assist. This prolific output made him England’s leading scorer in the competition, highlighting his crucial attacking contribution and ability to deliver when it mattered most for his country.
Sustained Impact for Club and Country
The award arrives at a time when Bellingham continues to demonstrate his attacking prowess and importance at club level with Real Madrid. He has carried his impressive international form directly into the new club campaign, maintaining a high level of performance.
In Real Madrid’s first eight matches of the 2026-27 season, Bellingham has already contributed three goals and two assists. This consistent return suggests that his impactful World Cup performances have translated directly into sharp output for his club, where he remains a crucial attacking midfielder and a focal point of their offensive strategies.
Winning the England Player of the Year award for a second consecutive time solidifies Bellingham’s status as one of the most vital players for the national team. It highlights his sustained high-level performances and the significant trust placed in him by both fans and coaches. The honour confirms what his numbers already showed: a player who delivered his best form for his country at the moment it mattered most, and one whom Real Madrid will continue to rely on to sustain that level through a season already carrying heavy expectations.