Beyond the tactical talk regarding Mourinho and the frustrations of the Ghana stalemate, Bellingham also shared his thoughts on the wider tournament. When asked about his teammateKylian Mbappe, who has been in devastating form, Bellingham was succinct, describing the Frenchman's performances as "Top!" The exchange then turned toward Spain, where the midfielder has quickly become a fan favourite since his move from Borussia Dortmund.
Quizzed on whether Spain were the favourites to lift the trophy, Bellingham playfully deflected the question. "A lot. I love Spain," he began. “Oh, you mean the national team? [Laughs] They are very good, but the country is better. I love it." While Bellingham clearly enjoys his life in Madrid, his priority now turns to Panama as England look to secure their spot in the Round of 32.