Jude Bellingham claims that although he didn’t enjoy football as a child, he is determined to inspire the sport in the upcoming generation of football players.
One of the greatest players in the world, our 19-year-old was voted Bundesliga player of the season this week. He came so close to winning the championship with Borussia Dortmund.
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In the winter, he led England to the World Cup quarterfinals in Qatar. He is now a vital member of his team and his nation.
But if I hadn’t experienced that “light bulb” moment as a child, things might have turned out quite differently.
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“Well, women’s football was essentially made famous by England’s victory at the Euros last year, and there were a ton of amazing boys and girls from all walks of life here today.”
“They all come to play and have a good time.” “It’s all about watching them laugh and have a good time.”
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Being able to “make a difference in the next generation” makes me “extremely proud.” He lingered to take photos and sign autographs long after the event ended.
Although Bellingham enjoyed seeing his father, Mark, score goals for non-league teams in the Midlands, he initially had no interest in football.
The English athlete told the PA news agency, “I simply couldn’t stand it.”
“My dad took me to his minor league games, so it kind of clicked after a while,”
“Thank goodness, I’m still hooked, even though I think it drove him crazy for a while.”
Bellingham claims that he “fell in love with” football with his local club, Birmingham, but he is unsure of the exact moment.