Over recent months, there has been plenty of noise regarding Real Madrid's number five, Jude Bellingham. During the November international break, there appeared to be a witch hunt regarding the 22-year-old from the English media.
Real Madrid head coach Xabi Alonso shook the hand of Pep Guardiola and walked down the tunnel after seeing his side lose 2-1 to Manchester City at the Bernabeu.
Real Madrid entertained Manchester City at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium earlier tonight as they hoped to secure a win at home in the UEFA Champions League.
Real Madrid is a club like few others, a fact that consistently reveals itself, most recently to manager Xabi Alonso. With the club often prioritising star power in the dressing room over a managerial philosophy, it brings with it unique challenges.
Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso has expressed little concern over the form of Jude Bellingham, and preached patience when it comes to Rodrygo Goes. Both have been called into question of late following a poor run of form generally.
Real Madrid will face off against Girona at the Estadi Montilivi this Sunday night as they look to secure a good result on the road in La Liga. Los Blancos managed to secure a hard-fought 4-3 win over Olympiacos recently, so they would be eager to keep their good form going this weekend.
Real Madrid are preparing for their Champions League clash with Olympiakos in Piraeus, but there is now increased uncertainty over their line-up. England star Jude Bellingham has become the latest player to become an injury concern.
It was the third game in all competitions that Real Madrid failed to record a win, drawing 2-2 with Elche. After a 1-0 loss to Liverpool in the Champions League, Los Blancos have drawn back-to-back games in La Liga, but still sit top of the table by one point.
Real Madrid have dropped points for the third match in a row, as they were held to a 2-2 draw by Elche at the Estadio Manuel Martínez Valero. Made an important couple of saves in the first half, but could do little about the goals from Aleix Febas and Alvaro Rodriguez.
Real Madrid were held to another draw in La Liga, but did move back to the top of the standings. They now lead Barcelona by one point as their rivals have reduced the gap, which was six points two games ago.
Jude Bellingham has had a far from straightforward season so far, with the Real Madrid man having missed the first few weeks of the campaign after undergoing shoulder surgery in the summer.
Despite England qualifying for the World Cup in North America next summer with minimal fuss - with eight games, eight wins, 22 goals scored and 0 conceded - not all is well with the English media and the players.
Last month, the England national team became the first European side to qualify for next summer's World Cup in the USA, Mexico and Canada, with a ruthless and efficient 5-0 win away to Latvia in Riga.
Real Madrid reportedly face a dilemma next summer as star midfield player Jude Bellingham is expected to be the subject of a bid from Manchester City. There are supposedly some question marks over Bellingham’s adaptation to playing under the tactics of new manager Xabi Alonso, and it could mean he’ll end up leaving the club.
The England National Team will play Serbia tonight at Wembley Stadium for their second-to-last World Cup qualifying match. England has already qualified for the 2026 World Cup after winning their six games in Group K.
Real Madrid welcomed Valencia at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium earlier tonight as they hoped to secure a positive result at home in La Liga. Los Blancos made a quick start to the game and got their noses ahead in the 19th minute thanks to Kylian Mbappe’s penalty.
The big surprise of the Premier League have made a strong impact this season, making it clear that they did not get promoted just to survive in the most competitive league in the world, but to compete for the top positions.
Manchester United are reportedly weighing up a potential move for Borussia Dortmund midfielder Jobe Bellingham, according to the Express. The 20-year-old, who joined the Bundesliga giants from Sunderland in the summer for a fee of around €30 million, has found first-team opportunities limited in Germany.
Chelsea are well into their new season, and just like last year, Enzo Maresca is handing out plenty of debuts and minutes to young players. The game against Ajax this week was another perfect chance – we had a lead and a man advantage, so the likes of academy midfielder Reggie Walsh got to come on and get a significant chunk of minutes.
Michele Di Gregorio was Football Italia’s MOTM in Juventus’ 1-0 loss against Jude Bellingham’s Real Madrid, but the Old Lady will still leave Spain with regrets.
Manchester United are said to be reportedly looking at Jobe Bellingham and how his situation at Borussia Dortmund develops ahead of 2026 window, per Bild.
Jude Bellingham is one of England’s premier players, as well as being among the best midfielders in the world. Despite this, he has struggled for prominence at Real Madrid of late, despite having returned from a shoulder surgery in mid-September.
Well, well, well. If you thought 2024 was rough for Jude Bellingham, think again. Real Madrid just delivered what might be the most passive-aggressive move in football history by completely axing the England midfielder from their official 2026 calendar.
Highlights Jude Bellingham is not part of the England squad for the friendly match against Wales Bellingham is not injured and is training in Spain with Real Madrid England head coach explains why Jude Bellingham is part of the squad England will take on Wales today in a friendly match to be played at Wembley Stadium.
The Jude Bellingham England squad omission headlines the latest controversy around the Three Lions setup. The 22-year-old Real Madrid midfielder was left out by Thomas Tuchel for England’s upcoming friendly against Wales and World Cup qualifier against Latvia – a decision that has raised plenty of eyebrows.