Mural Celebrates Local Football Heroes | Birmingham News

A vibrant new mural in Quinton, Birmingham, celebrates local football stars Jude Bellingham and Morgan Rogers as they chow down on iconic orange chips — painted on the side of a chip shop by artist Dion Kitson to spark regional pride. The artwork has gone viral, flooding the area with visitors, forcing the shop to open earlier and hire extra staff. Kitson, thrilled by the response — including messages from the players themselves — hopes to reshape perceptions of the Black Country, showcasing that greatness rises from anywhere. The mural has become a beloved local hotspot, reviving business for the chip shop and fueling community pride. Bellingham’s rise has also turned pubs into packed stadiums for England matches and sparked tattoo trends — proving his impact stretches far beyond the pitch. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/60526e45062a93bf