The former England captain and ex-MOTD host has launched a defence of Jude Bellingham after his reaction to being substituted against Albania.

Gary Lineker has jumped to the defence of much-talked-about England midfielder Jude Bellingham - labelling him as a winner. The Real Madrid sensation, 22, has been criticised in some quarters for his response to being taken off in England's World Cup qualifier against Albania.

Bellingham was recalled to the England squad by manager Thomas Tuchel for November's fixtures. After making an impact as a substitute in the 2-0 win against Serbia, he was back in the starting line-up vs Albania but was replaced by Morgan Rogers in the 83rd minute.

While he wasn't directly criticised by Tuchel for his reaction, the England head coach admitted the i

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