The England national team is set to face Albania in their opening match of the European qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup, and one player has made history.
Details: Jude Bellingham will make his 41st start for England, surpassing Wayne Rooney’s record of 40 starts, thus becoming the player with the most appearances for the national team under the age of 21, according to Opta.
Additionally, Myles Lewis-Skelly has become the second youngest Arsenal player ever to play for England.
The match against Albania will kick off at 20:45 Central European Time at Wembley Stadium.
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