Jude Bellingham has pledged to give his all to England's pursuit of World Cup success in the tournament this summer. The Real Madrid midfielder was a key figure in England’s 4-2 victory over Croatia in their Group L opener, a performance that underlined his growing influence within the national team.

Bellingham, who is wearing the No. 10 shirt for England, described representing his country on football’s biggest stage as a lifelong dream. Speaking ahead of England’s next match against Ghana in Boston on Tuesday, he emphasized the personal significance of the tournament and his commitment to the team. "It’s every footballer’s dream to play at a World Cup," he said. "I’ve been fortunate enough to play in one already and now I’m back for the second one. My responsibility to my team and to my country is to give everything I have."

The 23-year-old midfielder highlighted that his development at the international level has been steady and deliberate, noting that wearing the captain’s armband for the first time during recent friendlies signaled his progression within the squad. Bellingham affirmed his readiness to contribute in any capacity, whether starting or coming off the bench.

In addition to his physical and technical qualities, Bellingham stressed the importance of maintaining composure on the field. He suggested that players who remain calm and focused tend to perform at a higher level, especially in high-pressure situations like the World Cup.

Meanwhile, England’s head coach, Thomas Tuchel, has been focusing on improving the team’s effectiveness from set-pieces, taking inspiration from the approach of Arsenal Football Club. The successful implementation of this strategy was evident in the recent match against Croatia, where Declan Rice supplied the assist for Harry Kane’s second goal from a corner kick.

Training sessions this week have intensified around perfecting corners and free kicks, with Rice and Bukayo Saka serving as the primary set-piece takers. This emphasis on dead-ball situations is part of England’s broader tactical preparation as they aim to build momentum in the group stage ahead of the knockout rounds.