Jude Bellingham's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Jude Bellingham.

Jude Bellingham is a highly acclaimed English professional footballer. He currently plays as a midfielder for Real Madrid in La Liga and represents the England national team. Recognized as one of the world's best players, Bellingham finished third in both the 2024 Ballon d'Or and The Best FIFA Men's Player awards.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1959: Pepillo's start at Real Madrid

In 1959, Pepillo scored in each of his first four competitive appearances for Real Madrid, matching the feat of Jude Bellingham who also did so in August 2023.

1970: Trevor Francis's Record

In 1970, Trevor Francis set the record that Jude Bellingham broke in 2019 becoming the youngest first-team player in Birmingham City's history.

2005: Michael Owen Scored in El Clasico

In October 2023, Bellingham became the first Englishman to score in El Clásico since Michael Owen in 2005.

2009: Cristiano Ronaldo's Start at Real Madrid

In 2009, Cristiano Ronaldo scored in each of his first four competitive appearances for Real Madrid, matching the feat of Jude Bellingham who also did so in August 2023.

2016: Benzema achieves scoring streak

In 2016, Karim Benzema achieved a six-match scoring streak for Real Madrid, a feat Bellingham matched later.

2017: Bellingham captains England U15 team

In 2017, Jude Bellingham captained the England under-15 team during the 2017-18 season, receiving a Special Achievement Award.

March 2019: Recognition as an Exciting Teenager in English Football

By March 2019, Jude Bellingham had scored three goals in ten development squad appearances, was listed in FourFourTwo's "50 most exciting teenagers in English football", and was attracting interest from major European clubs.

September 2019: Bellingham included in England U17 squad

In September 2019, Jude Bellingham was included in England's under-17 squad for the Syrenka Cup, a tournament preparing for the 2020 European Championship qualifiers. He debuted as a substitute, scoring a goal, and captained the team to victory, also being named player of the tournament.

November 2019: EFL Young Player of the Month

In November 2019, Jude Bellingham was named EFL Young Player of the Month.

September 2020: Debut and Bundesliga Rookie of the Month

In September 2020, Jude Bellingham made his debut for Borussia Dortmund, providing an assist and later being named Bundesliga Rookie of the Month.

September 2020: Bellingham joins England U21 squad

In September 2020, Jude Bellingham received his first call-up to the England under-21 squad. On September 4, 2020, he became the youngest player to appear for England U21, scoring in the match against Kosovo.

June 2021: Bellingham plays in UEFA Euro 2020

In June 2021, Jude Bellingham played in the UEFA Euro 2020 tournament, becoming the youngest Englishman to play at any major tournament at 17 years and 349 days. The tournament was delayed until June 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

2021: Newcomer of the Season

In 2021, Jude Bellingham was voted Newcomer of the Season by his fellow players and was runner-up for the Kopa Trophy.

2022: Bundesliga Runner-Up

In the 2022-23 season, Jude Bellingham's performances helped Borussia Dortmund finish as runners-up in the Bundesliga, earning him the Bundesliga Player of the Season award.

August 2023: La Liga Player of the Month

In August 2023, Jude Bellingham was named La Liga Player of the Month after marking his debut with a goal and contributing with goals and assists in subsequent matches.

2023: Bellingham wins Golden Boy Award

In 2023, Jude Bellingham received the Golden Boy award, recognizing him as the best male under-21 footballer in European top divisions. He also dislocated his left shoulder in November, returning to play later due to team injuries and scored in a match against Napoli, becoming the first player to score in each of his first four Champions League appearances for Real Madrid.

2023: FIFPRO World 11 Inclusion

In 2023, Jude Bellingham was included in the FIFPRO World 11.

2023: Kopa Trophy win

In 2023, Jude Bellingham won the Kopa Trophy in recognition of his performances over the 2022–23 season.

2024: Third-Place Finishes in Ballon d'Or and FIFA Men's Player Polls

In 2024, Jude Bellingham finished third place in both the Ballon d'Or and The Best FIFA Men's Player polls, solidifying his reputation as one of the best players in the world.

2024: La Liga Title and Champions League Win with Real Madrid

In 2024, Jude Bellingham helped Real Madrid win the league title and the Champions League. He was voted La Liga Player of the Season and was included in the FIFPRO World 11 for the second year.