'A beautiful story' as Bellingham brothers called up
Jobe Bellingham has received his first call-up to the England senior football team, joining his older brother Jude. The brothers, both former Birmingham City academy players, are being celebrated for their individual achievements and close relationship.
Why it matters
The inclusion of two brothers in a national squad is a rare occurrence in professional football, highlighting the development of elite talent within the same family.
Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Jude and Jobe Bellingham could be the first brothers to play together for England since Gary and Phil Neville 19 years ago
England reporter It may be a surprise to some but Jobe Bellingham's call-up to the England senior side has been a long time coming.
The 21-year-old's career path has been very similar to that of his 23-year-old brother Jude - England's star player at the World Cup and one of Real Madrid's best players. Both were stars of the Birmingham City academy before big-money moves to the German Bundesliga and England call-ups.
Jobe's debut for Birmingham came at the age of 16 years and 107 days - 69 days older than Jude when he made his first appearance for the Blues' senior side.
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