Overview

• In a video message released on World Mental Health Day, the Real Madrid and England midfielder called for empathy and more open conversations about mental health in sport.
• He described how reading Twitter as a young player shaped his self‑perception and said athletes should step back from harmful online commentary.
• Bellingham urged players to show vulnerability and seek support, saying speaking about feelings improves wellbeing and helps break stigma.
• He praised Real Madrid’s support structure, noting coaches and teammates who make time to listen when issues arise.
• The remarks came after mid‑July surgery on a long‑managed left‑shoulder dislocation, with Bellingham returning earlier than the 10–12 week timeline and missing only four La Liga matches.