Does Jude Bellingham play today? Where to watch England vs Ghana live at the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Jude Bellingham is experiencing a special moment this Tuesday (23). The Real Madrid midfielder is approaching the mark of 50 games for the English national team and should be a key player in the duel against Ghana, in the second round of Group L of the 2026 World Cup. The match, at the Gillette Stadium, in Foxborough (USA), starts at 5pm (Brasília time).
After the 4-2 defeat of Croatia in their debut, England leads the group and can guarantee an early place in the round of 16 with a victory. Bellingham, playing more advanced under the command of Thomas Tuchel, gains creative freedom and is one of the main responsible for the team’s good start.
The likely English lineup has Jordan Pickford in goal, Reece James, Ezri Konsa, John Stones and Nico O’Reilly in defense. In the middle, Elliot Anderson and Declan Rice, with Noni Madueke, Jude Bellingham and Anthony Gordon supporting Harry Kane. Bukayo Saka should start on the bench.
On the Ghana side, Carlos Queiroz must maintain the basis of the 1-0 victory over Panama. Benjamin Asare in goal, defensive line with Senaya, Adjetey, Opoku and Mensah. Thomas Partey returns in the middle, with Yirenkyi, Nuamah, Ayew and Semenyo up front. The Portuguese coach sees the clash as an opportunity for maximum motivation.
Bellingham arrives at the game with high morale. His ability to reach the area, associate with Kane and create danger makes him the engine of the English attack. Tuchel praises the player’s versatility, which helps both in construction and finishing.
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Bellingham as a creative reference
The 22-year-old midfielder is going through a consolidation phase in the national team. Tuchel positions him to explore spaces, especially against teams that defend well like Ghana. The German coach warns of the Africans’ quick counterattacks, but trusts Bellingham’s technical quality to control the pace.
Declan Rice, who is playing in pain, and the rest of the midfield should provide support for Bellingham to shine. England seeks to maintain possession and explore the transitions led by number 10.
Ghana bets on determination and transitions
Queiroz, who has already suffered a defeat against England in 2022 (Iran 2 x 6), highlights that the group arrives “fully connected” for the challenge. Antoine Semenyo and Caleb Yirenkyi, hero of the last round, are the main threats in counterattacks.
Where to watch: Globo, SporTV, ge, CazéTV and SBT broadcast live.
