Jobe Bellingham made a remarkable comeback for Sunderland over the weekend, silencing critics who had questioned his abilities after his debut season on Wearside. Despite some doubts, the young midfielder decided to remain with the club for at least another year, and it seems that he is poised to play a crucial role this season. Bellingham seamlessly integrated into Regis Le Bris’ starting lineup and made an instant impact on the pitch.
In recognition of his impressive performance, Bellingham received a 7 rating from Sunderland Echo. He was highly involved in the game, registering 43 touches, delivering three key passes, winning 81% of his duels, and making four tackles. One of the standout moments of his performance was a superb challenge in midfield that allowed him to set up Jack Clarke, who then scored Sunderland’s second goal late in the match.
Bellingham’s efforts did not go unnoticed, as he received widespread praise for his performance, both in the media and from supporters on his Instagram page.
Jude cheers on Sunderland after Jobe masterclass
The 18-year-old shared a photo of himself celebrating Clarke’s goal, accompanied by the caption: “Feels great to be back in red and white in front of you all, starting as we mean to go on.” His brother, Jude, had been a consistent supporter of Sunderland last season, even during challenging times.
It didn’t take long for the Real Madrid star to show his support again. Jude responded to Jobe’s post with a message reading, “Haway the lads,” proudly donning the red and white stripes once more. Clarke also chimed in with a goat emoji, while Jordan Henderson added his encouragement with clapping hands.
Jobe now needs to stay consistent after difficult debut campaign
Jobe will undoubtedly be thrilled with his impressive performance in his first game back, making it an ideal way to kick off the season. If he had gone unnoticed for a few matches, some supporters might have begun to doubt him. However, he’s already shown growth from last season, and the key now is maintaining that consistency.
Last season, Jobe delivered several standout performances, including during their visit to Cardiff in March, where he scored his seventh goal of the season. Unfortunately, his form dipped immediately afterward, as seen in the disappointing 5-1 loss to Blackburn Rovers.
While no one expects him to deliver perfect performances every week, it is crucial for Sunderland’s promotion hopes that he continues to make a significant impact throughout the campaign. There’s also added pressure on him this season, with players like Chris Rigg and Adil Aouchiche eager to secure their spots in the team.
The early signs are very promising, and fans are hopeful that he can carry this momentum into their return to the Stadium of Light next week.