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   A distance I couldn't cross by doubledared

   Fandoms: Men's Football RPF  

   • Mature
   • Creator Chose Not To Use Archive Warnings
   • M/M
   • Complete Work

   12 Sep 2026

   Tags

   • Creator Chose Not To Use Archive Warnings
   • Jude Bellingham/Erling Håland
   • Jude Bellingham
   • Erling Håland
   • Hurt/Comfort
   • Bullying
   • Angst
   • Self-Harm
   • Eating Disorders
   • Slow Burn
   • Football | Soccer
   • Friends to Lovers
   • Not Beta Read
   • Alternate Universe - No Girlfriends/No Wives
   • FIFA World Cup 2026
   • Borussia Dortmund (Men's Football RPF)
   • Major Character Injury
   • Fluff and Angst
   • Fluff
   • Eventual Romance
   • Internalized Homophobia
   • Panic Attacks
   • Mental Health Issues

   Summary

   Jude Bellingham joined Dortmund in July of 2020. He had a rough start, being bullied by other players who thought he was too young and weak to be on the team. What will happen when he makes an alliance with a 6"5 norweigen striker? As their friendship blooms into an unbreakable bond, Jude gets news that flips his world upside down: Erling must move to Manchester. As Jude moves on in a world where Erling becomes distant, Jude begins to struggle with his identity, leading to issues with his self-esteem and self-confidence. When the pair reunite in the 2026 World Cup, how will it play out? Will the two pick up where they left off in their Dortmund days, or will unresolved business lead to tension on the field?

   Language:

   English

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   Chapters:

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   06 Aug 2026