However, Jude Bellingham, whose progress with England is being carefully managed by Southgate, seems to be the more straightforward selection in the middle of the park if a ball-player is the priority - and his run outs against Albania and San Marino were reminders he is very much a part of Southgate's plans. Itoje, who won his 50th England cap in Saturday's victory over Australia at Twickenham, was nominated for the prestigious award in 2016 and 2017, when it was won on each occasion by New Zealander Beauden Barrett. Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player lost ground in the race for World Cup qualification as they were held to a 0-0 draw at home byIcelandin their Group J clash.