Jude Bellingham receives huge praise from Roy Keane for his World Cup performances

England's opening three fixtures at the 2026 World Cup saw the nation win two and draw one. Only Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham have scored two or more goals for the Three Lions, with the latter receiving plenty of praise for his performances at the tournament.

Speaking on The Overlap, Roy Keane said:

"We know the important part of football is what you do out of possession, and I think he kept that momentum, and I think that will lift players and even the manager. We know he's got the quality, he's mature, and he's taking responsibility."

Plenty of eyes have been on Jude Bellingham since he broke into the England setup, with the midfielder being amongst the best in the world in the middle of the park. Since his move to Spanish giants Real Madrid, the pressure on Bellingham has increased, but he is delivering for both club and country.

At Euro 2024, one standout moment was when the Real Madrid midfielder scored a 95th-minute winner for the Three Lions against Slovakia in the Round of 16. The midfielder stood up and took the golden opportunity late on, netting via a spectacular bicycle kick. At Euro 2024, the midfielder scored twice and got one assist, a tally he has already equalled just three games into the 2026 World Cup.

The former Borussia Dortmund and Birmingham City midfielder does not seem to be phased by the pressure being put on him from the media, and he is seemingly embracing the challenge.

Back-to-back Player of the Match awards have been won by Jude for his performances against Ghana and Panama, showcasing his clear impact on England's games.

And people are noticing how crucial he is to Thomas Tuchel's style of play, with Keane highlighting his recent performances for England.

Bellingham will once again be in the spotlight when England face D.R. Congo on Wednesday, in a game that the Three Lions will be heavy favourites for. The African side will be hopeful of suppressing the midfielder and his abilities both on and off the ball, but it is easier said than done.