Meet Jobe Bellingham: Jude’s Little Brother Is Making His Own Soccer Magic

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Jude Bellingham is a famous soccer player. His younger brother, Jobe Bellingham, is quickly becoming one of England’s brightest young soccer stars too! Jobe is following a path a lot like his big brother’s.

Right now, Jude and England are playing France in the World Cup third-place match on July 18. Meanwhile, Jobe is making a name for himself playing for Borussia Dortmund (a soccer club in Germany) and England’s youth teams. Here’s what you need to know!

Important Point: Jobe is not just “Jude’s brother” — he is building his own soccer career and identity!

1. Jobe Followed a Similar Path to Jude’s Career

• Jobe was born on September 23, 2005, in Stourbridge, England.
• He is two years younger than Jude.
• Like Jude, Jobe trained at Birmingham City’s youth academy (a school for young soccer players).
• On his 17th birthday in 2022, Jobe signed his first professional contract with Birmingham City.
• By the time Jobe was ready for the main team, Jude had already moved to Borussia Dortmund.
• Jobe played two seasons with Sunderland, then joined Dortmund in June 2025 — just like his brother did!

After joining Dortmund, Jobe told Bundesliga (the German soccer league):

“It feels like I signed a long time ago. I already feel part of the team and the club, but I can’t wait for the games to start in Germany. I’ve been to the stadium and I know what the fans think and feel. They long for the championship, don’t they? For me, it’s: ‘why not?’ I don’t know why I would come to a club like this without wanting to achieve everything that is possible.”

He also said:

“I think we have the foundations to do that. We have to keep showing our quality in the Bundesliga and in the cup competitions.”

2. Jude and Jobe Remain Extremely Close Off the Field

Even though they play in different leagues and have never been on the same pro team, the brothers support each other a lot.

• They have vacationed together in southern France.
• In 2026, they attended Paris Fashion Week together.
• They have been seen at concerts and public events.
• When Jobe moved to Sunderland in 2023, Jude posted three heart-eye emojis on X (a social media site).
• After Jobe scored a big winning goal for Sunderland against Leeds United, Jude wrote: “Let him cook.”
• Jobe has watched many of Jude’s big moments, like his Real Madrid intro and the Champions League final.

Jude once said after a match against Manchester City:

“Today was the first day my brother got to see me play for Madrid.”

3. Jobe Chose His First Name for a Special Reason

When Jobe joined Sunderland, he did something interesting:

• Instead of “Bellingham” on his jersey (shirt), he put “Jobe.”
• This was to show he is his own person, not just Jude’s brother.

Former Sunderland manager Tony Mowbray explained to The New York Times:

“I think he’s trying to create his own identity. He doesn’t want to live off the back of his brother’s name; he wants to be the footballer that he is and show people what he can do.”

4. Jude Has Never Been Shy About Praising His Brother

Jude always supports Jobe’s talent.

• After Jobe’s first pro game, Jude posted a video saying he was “very proud.”
• After Jude won the Golden Boy award in 2023 (a prize for best young soccer player), he said Jobe might win it too!
• Jude told Tuttosport: “My brother Jobe, a thoroughbred striker like our father. If Sunderland were to be promoted to the Premier League, watch out for him!”

Jobe also asks Jude for advice:

1. Jobe found out he was signing with Dortmund.
2. He called Jude right away.
3. Jude said he was extremely proud and told him to embrace the move.

Jobe remembered:

“He just said I should embrace it because the club is so big and unique. If you really embrace it, it will be an incredible experience.”

5. Soccer Runs Deep in the Bellingham Family

• Parents: Denise and Mark Bellingham.
• Mark was a strong amateur (“non-league”) soccer player before becoming a police sergeant.
• Denise has been a big support as both brothers rose in soccer.
• When Jude joined Dortmund, Denise moved to Germany with him.
• Mark stayed in England to help Jobe grow his game.

Like Jude, Jobe has played for England’s youth teams:

• Started at Under-16 level.
• Became captain of the Under-21 team in 2025!
• The whole family loves wearing England’s shirt.

Summary

Jobe Bellingham is a young English soccer star following his brother Jude’s footsteps — from Birmingham City to Borussia Dortmund. He is close with Jude, made his own identity with “Jobe” on his shirt, gets lots of big-brother praise, and comes from a soccer-loving family. While Jude plays in the World Cup, Jobe is shining for Dortmund and England’s youth squads.

FAQ

Q: How old is Jobe Bellingham?
A: He was born September 23, 2005, making him two years younger than Jude.

Q: Why does Jobe wear “Jobe” and not “Bellingham” on his shirt?
A: To create his own identity and show he is his own player, not just Jude’s brother.

Q: Did Jobe follow Jude to the same club?
A: Yes! Jude joined Borussia Dortmund earlier, and Jobe joined the same German club in June 2025.

Q: What youth level has Jobe reached with England?
A: He played from Under-16 up to captain of the Under-21 team in 2025.