Bellingham assigned England's No 10 ahead of 2026 World Cup

England has revealed squad numbers for the 2026 World Cup, with Jude Bellingham wearing the iconic No 10 shirt.

World Cup squad numbers released Squad numbers for England’s men’s football team at the 2026 FIFA World Cup have been made public, offering clues about Thomas Tuchel’s potential starting lineup. The selections may reveal key tactical decisions ahead of the tournament. Jude Bellingham, whose role has faced scrutiny recently, has been assigned the prestigious No 10 jersey. The announcement raises questions about whether he will reclaim the central attacking position over Morgan Rogers of Aston Villa, who is wearing No 17. ## Defensive and midfield number assignments Nico O’Reilly of Manchester City has been given the No 3 shirt, signaling he is expected to be the first-choice left-back. Dan Burn of Newcastle, who can also play at left-back, will wear No 15. Elliott Anderson’s rise seems confirmed after receiving the No 8 jersey, reflecting his importance in Tuchel’s plans. Jordan Henderson of Brentford, who previously wore No 8 at Liverpool, has been allocated No 14 for the tournament. ## Central defense and forward roles John Stones and Marc Guehi of Manchester City have been assigned No 5 and No 6 respectively, suggesting they will form England’s primary center-back partnership. Marcus Rashford will take over the No 11 shirt after a season with Barcelona, potentially placing him ahead of Anthony Gordon, who has been given No 18, in the competition for the left-wing starting role. ## Notable anomaly in right-back selection There is one clear exception to the pattern: Reece James is set to wear No 24 as the first-choice right-back, just as he does at Chelsea, indicating his starting role is secure despite the unusual number. The squad numbering hints at Tuchel’s preferences, though the final lineup may still hold surprises. ## Turn to the tournament details England’s men’s football team is gearing up for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with fixtures and group standings already established. Viewers can follow the action through official broadcast channels as the team prepares for the competition. The squad numbering announcement adds an extra layer of intrigue ahead of the tournament opener. All key details about the World Cup can be accessed through official match listings and schedules.