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Jobe Bellingham opens up on 'special' opportunity to play alongside brother Jude for England

The Independent·Sam Brookes·about 4 hours ago
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Jobe Bellingham described the prospect of representing England alongside his brother Jude as a moment beyond words.

The midfielder earned his maiden call-up to Thomas Tuchel’s squad following impressive performances for England Under-21s and Borussia Dortmund.

If he features in upcoming Nations League matches against Croatia and Spain , they will become the 22nd set of brothers to play for England.

Jude previously called it the highlight of his career, while Jobe said it would be an emotional milestone.

"I can’t ignore it, but obviously with Jude being here too, it’s a great, great feeling for the family," Jobe said on the Football Association’s England app.

"It’s quite special, to be honest. It’s such a huge bonus on top of something that’s already so special and so great.…

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