Bellingham Insists Ghana Defender Should Have Won Man of the Match After 0-0 Draw

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Jude Bellingham dismissed his own Player of the Match award after England’s goalless clash with Ghana at the 2026 World Cup. He praised the resilience of Ghana’s defenders and said one of their backliners deserved the honour. England held a record 79% possession—the highest by a non-scoring side in World Cup history—but could not break through Carlos Queiroz’s well-drilled low block. Despite the frustrating result, Bellingham celebrated becoming the youngest man to reach 50 England caps at 22 years and 359 days, breaking Wayne Rooney’s record. The stalemate leaves England top of Group L with four points. A draw against Panama in the final group match will secure their place in the Round of 32.

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