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Peter McVitie

Passing the baton! Jude Bellingham breaks Wayne Rooney appearance record as Real Madrid star earns 41st England cap under Thomas Tuchel

Jude Bellingham has broken Wayne Rooney's appearance record for England with his 41st cap in Friday's match against Albania.

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  • Bellingham started England clash with Albania
  • Midfielder surpasses Three Lions legend Rooney
  • First game under new manager Tuchel
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  • WHAT HAPPENED?

    The Real Madrid star was given the nod by Thomas Tuchel in the new Three Lions manager's first game in charge in World Cup qualifying. With 41 caps to his name, he now holds the record for most senior England appearances while aged 21 or under.

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  • THE BIGGER PICTURE

    Still in the early years of his career, Bellingham is still far away from reaching Rooney's national team status. The former Manchester United striker had represented England 120 times by the time he retired, having scored 53 goals, and played at three World Cups and European Championships.

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    DID YOU KNOW?

    Bellingham, who made his Three Lions debut in November 2020, has become a crucial player in recent years. He has scored six goals for his country and started all seven of their matches as they reached the Euro 2024 final last summer.

  • WHAT NEXT FOR BELLINGHAM?

    The Madrid midfielder will expect to feature again for Tuchel's side when they take on Latvia in their second World Cup qualifying game on Monday.