Sunderland caretaker manager Mike Dodds is optimistic about 18-year-old Jobe Bellingham’s football trajectory, drawing parallels with his Real Madrid star brother, Jude Bellingham. Dodds, who coached both siblings at Birmingham City’s academy, sees immense potential in Jobe. Jobe’s recent standout performances for Sunderland, contributing to victories against Leeds and West Brom, have impressed Dodds.

The 18-year-old’s versatility and skill set have garnered attention, showcasing his adaptability on the field. Dodds acknowledged the courage it took for Jobe to leave his boyhood club, Birmingham, emphasizing that the move has been validated by his impactful contributions at Sunderland. Describing Jobe as a second-year scholar, Dodds highlighted his exceptional performances in various positions against top-tier opponents.

In Dodds’ view, “He can go to the very top. I’ve worked with a lot of young players, and he would be up there with the very best.” The caretaker manager expressed confidence that Jobe’s decision to join Sunderland will continue to prove beneficial for his career as he gains recognition in the football world.

Here is the highlight video of Jobe Bellingham’s skills. 

Jobe Bellingham

This season he played in total 20 times for 1548 minutes for Championship.

Jobe Bellingham scored 4 goals for Sunderland. He procured one assist. He received 1 yellow card and no red cards.

His team is currently 6th in Championship. In the last match Sunderland won 1-0 against Leeds United. The next match in Championship will be against Bristol City.

Sunderland performance and stats

Sunderland is currently 6th in the Championship with 33 points.

In the last 21 games, it has won 10 times, drawn 4 times, and lost 7 times. In its last match, Sunderland won 1-0 against Leeds United.​​

It has a positive goal difference after scoring 32 goals and conceding 23.​

Sunderland will play the next match in Championship against Bristol City on Saturday 16th of December in Bristol. The prediction is Sunderland winning the match.​

Jude Bellingham

This season he played in total 14 times for 1205 minutes for La Liga.

Jude Bellingham  scored 11 goals for Real Madrid. He procured two assists. He received 2 yellow cards and no red cards.

His team is currently 2nd in La Liga. In the last match Real Madrid won 3-2 against FC Union Berlin. The next match in La Liga will be against Villarreal.

Real Madrid performance and stats

Real Madrid is currently 2nd in the La Liga with 39 points.

In the last 16 games, it has won 12 times, drawn 3 times, and lost once. In its last match, Real Madrid drawn 1-1 against Real Betis.​​

It has a positive goal difference after scoring 34 goals and conceding 10.​

Real Madrid will play the next match in La Liga against Villarreal on Sunday 17th of December in Madrid. The prediction is Real Madrid winning the match.​