Gianfranco Zola’s Bizarre Comment Leaves Jude Bellingham in Fits of Laughter After England’s Win Over Italy

Gianfranco Zola made a bizarre comment about Jude Bellingham after England’s win over Italy which had the player and pundits in fits of laughter.

Bellingham was interviewed on Channel 4 after another glowing performance for the Three Lions with Zola among the pundits with Joe Cole and Jill Scott.

Real Madrid midfielder Bellingham, 20, won the penalty for England’s equaliser after they went 1-0 down and provided a remarkable assist for Marcus Rashford as Gareth Southgate’s side secured a 3-1 victory to book their spot at Euro 2024.

Zola’s Bizarre Comment

During his interview with the Channel 4 pundits after the match, Zola chimed in and said: ‘I have to say, it makes me laugh. At 20-years-old, I was still drinking milk from my mum!’

The comment saw Bellingham, Zola, Cole and Scott erupt into laughter and the Italian also make a cheeky remark in regards to his time as Birmingham City boss between 2016 and 2017.

‘Jude, let me ask you… Where were you when I was at Birmingham?’ Zola said. ‘I would have played you when you were 12-years-old!’

Impressed by Bellingham’s Performance

Speaking more generally about Bellingham, Zola added: ‘When England were 1-0 down, he was resilient. He was always looking for something to happen. He created the penalty, he created the assist. His qualities are rare in certain players.

‘I am very impressed. The way he speaks is one thing. The things he says are always very balanced and very calm. He said he is loving his football, he is loving learning, these are the things you want to hear from young players with talent.

‘It’s the kind of mentality they need to have. I haven’t seen many 20-year-olds with his personality. He is so grounded with clear ideas.’

Conclusion

Jude Bellingham has been one of England’s most impressive players in recent years and his performance against Italy was no different. His ability to create chances and score goals is something that has been missing from the Three Lions’ squad for some time and his maturity and composure on the pitch is something that will be invaluable to Gareth Southgate’s team going forward.

Gianfranco Zola’s bizarre comment about Bellingham’s age left everyone in fits of laughter but it