• •BBC Sport reports Jude Bellingham will wear the No.10 jersey for the 2026 World Cup.
• •The assignment confirms his role as England’s primary creative focal point for the tournament.
• •The full list of remaining squad numbers and the final roster remain officially unconfirmed by the FA.

Jude Bellingham has been assigned the No.10 shirt for England’s upcoming 2026 World Cup squad, according to reports from BBC Sport. The number has historically been worn by the team’s most influential creative players, signaling a shift in the midfield hierarchy. However, the FA has yet to publish the complete list of squad numbers for the tournament, leaving other role designations uncertain. Whether this specific shirt assignment reflects tactical instructions from the manager remains to be seen as the squad prepares for the opening matches.