Bellingham Omitted from England Starting Lineup
In a surprising move, England manager Thomas Tuchel has decided to drop Jude Bellingham from his starting squad for Thursday night's crucial World Cup qualifier. The Real Madrid midfielder, who has been a mainstay for the Three Lions in recent years, will instead begin the match against Serbia from the substitutes' bench.
Fallout from Previous Omission Continues
This decision follows a period of uncertainty surrounding Bellingham's international future. His absence from the previous England squad and the subsequent fallout had already cast doubt on his standing under the new management. Despite being recalled to the roster for the current fixtures against Serbia and Albania, the 22-year-old star has not done enough to reclaim his spot in the first eleven, signalling that he must now fight his way back into Tuchel's starting plans.
What This Means for England's Midfield
Being left on the bench represents a significant moment in Bellingham's international career. For a player of his calibre and consistent starting role, this snub from the England boss is a clear message that no position is guaranteed. All eyes will be on how the team performs without their talismanic midfielder and whether Bellingham can force his way back into contention for the upcoming match against Albania.
