Jude Bellingham thrills Stourbridge pupils with guest role

Youngsters at a primary school were "thrilled" when England footballer Jude Bellingham joined their football session, their principal said.

The pupils from St Joseph's Catholic Primary School in Stourbridge were taking part in a sports initiative at Lea Vale Playing Fields.

The Real Madrid player, who comes from the town, attended as a special guest.

"The children were thrilled to meet and play football with Jude," principal Anthony Wilkes said.

The pupils were able to pose for photos with the footballer, a day after he starred for England against Scotland.

"Despite his high profile, Jude was happy to join in the session with our children," Mr Wilkes added.

"[They] were inspired by his journey from Stourbridge local boy to professional footballer."

Bellingham, 20, began playing football at Stourbridge Juniors before he joined Birmingham City aged seven.

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