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Jude Bellingham Is Better Than Phil Foden, Says Fabregas, Ferdinand

Michael Songu by Michael Songu
June 17, 2024
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Jude Bellingham Is Better Than Phil Foden, Says Fabregas, Ferdinand
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Cesc Fabregas and Rio Ferdinand opine that Jude Bellingham’s charismatic demeanor is propelling him to the forefront of England’s team, causing Phil Foden to assume a secondary role.
The standout performance of Real Madrid superstar Bellingham against Serbia on Sunday evening, culminating in the sole goal of the match, marked England’s successful start to their European Championships campaign. Bellingham elegantly maneuvered into the six-yard box to skillfully head home Bukayo Saka’s precise cross from the right wing, showcasing his superiority over his peers in Gelsenkirchen. At age of 20, the former Birmingham City prodigy stands as the youngest player in Gareth Southgate’s starting lineup, yet he already shines as the Three Lions’ primary figure. Bellingham’s exceptional display in the number 10 position has resulted in Foden being shifted to a wider role. Despite being honored as the PFA Player of the Year for his remarkable performances this season, the Manchester City star struggled to make a significant impact against Serbia.


Following the match, former City and England defender Micah Richards expressed frustration over Foden’s positioning, while Fabregas and Ferdinand provided distinct analysis of the situation. Fabregas remarked, “I completely understand your perspective, but a player of his caliber, of his level, of his talent, sometimes does not even require direction from the coach. He must possess a greater desire than others, and today, it was evident that Jude surpasses him in this aspect. He needs to reclaim this assertiveness and replicate his Manchester City performances.”


Ferdinand concurred, stating, “Jude’s arrival in the team has been accompanied by body language that conveys, ‘Give me the ball or face the consequences’. This attitude is unmistakable, and I believe Phil has observed this, realizing that his demeanor does not align. Consequently, he has allowed another individual to assume a dominant role within the team.
“Phil should be asserting, ‘No, I demand the ball’, and his positioning should reflect assertiveness, thereby influencing his involvement in the game. It is not about being reserved; Scholesey (Paul Scholes) was the quietest individual off the field, yet his presence and strategic positioning on the pitch demanded that he be given the ball.”

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