Bellingham says England must feel loved
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- Jude Bellingham stressed that players must "feel loved" and enjoy being part of the team to achieve World Cup success.
- Jude Bellingham said England were "not quite connected" at Euro 2024, attributing it to high expectations and feeling like a scapegoat.
- Morgan Rogers said the squad is aligned and seamless, with players of any age or background fitting in easily.
- Tuchel is expected to start Bellingham in England's opening World Cup match against Croatia in Arlington, Texas.
- England opened the tournament after Mexico's 2‑0 win over South Africa and aims for its first World Cup title since 1966.
- England players organized a team‑bonding dinner in Miami, highlighting efforts to strengthen unity.
Why it matters: England’s players stand to gain stronger morale and cohesion, which Bellingham believes can translate into better performance on the pitch, while the unified front may give the team a psychological edge over rivals in the quest for its first World Cup since 1966.
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