Can Bellingham become England's superstar once more at the World Cup?

Bellingham's interrupted England career, through shoulder and hamstring injuries as well being left out of the squad by Tuchel, is reflected in the statistic that he has only made nine starts in the 20 games they have played since the Euro 24 final. Since arriving in the United States following a mixed season at Real Madrid, Bellingham has looked fit, fired up and – significantly – integrated in Tuchel's squad as they aim to end a barren sequence for the men's team stretching back to the 1966 World Cup. Bellingham was seen in England's dressing room presenting Liverpool's 17-year-old Rio Ngumoah with his first cap following his debut against New Zealand in Tampa, a sign of seniority even though he is still only 23. So are the cards falling into place for the player mentor Jordan Henderson, who took Bellingham under his wing when he came into the England squad in 2020, believes will give Tuchel's team the vital "X Factor" at the World Cup? Former England goalkeeper Paul Robinson, who will be BBC Radio Five Live's analyst at their games, said: "From what we've seen out here and from what we've heard from the camp and his team-mates, stuff from behind the scenes, England are getting the Jude Bellingham of old back for the World Cup. He looks as fit and focused as he has for a long time. "I'd pick him to start. 100%. Morgan Rogers doesn't deserve to lose his place but Bellingham is a big-game player. …