Copy linkFacebookXPinterestEmailShare this article 0Join the conversationFollow usAdd us as a preferred source on GoogleNewsletterSubscribe to our newsletterWho exactly is going on the FIFA website to vote for the man of the match at this World Cup, and what game were they watching during England's goalless draw with Ghana?Jude Bellingham was, bizarrely, awarded the competition's official man of the match award despite registering just one shot and one key pass before being subbed off in the 72nd minute, to be replaced by Morgan Rogers.Even the Real Madrid star was caught off-guard by the honour, admitting that he wouldn't have given it to himself - or any of his England teammates.Play our FREE match predictor and win �1kSpeaking to FIFA's in-house media after the game, Bellingham said: "I didn't deserve it, to be honest, it should have gone to one of their lads who defended so well."I had a couple of moments. It was hard to get into the game, and I'm grateful for whoever voted, but it should've gone to one of their lads who defended so well, so fair play to them. You may like England vs Ghana player ratings: Who stood out? England vs Croatia player ratings: Jude Bellingham stars, as Ezri Konsa struggles Wayne Rooney demands one thing from Declan Rice and Jude Bellingham to help England break Ghana down "Like always, it's second-game fever, isn't it, with England: win the first one, do well, and draw the second."But it's OK. I think they played for a draw as it would have seen them go through and fair play to them, they got a great draw."Get FourFourTwo NewsletterThe best features, fun and footballing quizzes, straight to your inbox every week.Contact me with news and offers from other Future brandsReceive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsorsBy submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over.Teammate Declan Rice admitted his frustration at the result, telling the BBC: "It's always difficult to play against 11 behind the ball as deep as they were, so you've got to find solutions."In the last ten minutes we probably found more than we did all game, and we were unlucky not to score."But we stay positive, we keep going, and we've still got a great chance to top the group against Panama."England started their World Cup campaign with a 4-2 win over Croatia, and will now round out their Group L campaign by taking on Panama.That game is set to be played at MetLife Stadium just outside New York City on Saturday, with kick-off set for 5pm local time (10pm UK time).Thomas Tuchel's side would be guaranteed of progressing to the round of 32 with a victory.TOPICSWorld CupWorld Cup 2026Steven ChickenSocial Links NavigationSteven Chicken has been working as a football writer since 2009, taking in stints with Football365 and the Huddersfield Examiner. Steven still covers Huddersfield Town home and away for his own publication,WeAreTerriers.com. Steven is a two-time nominee for Regional Journalist of the Year at the prestigious British Sports Journalism Awards, making the shortlist in 2020 and 2023.
