Jude Bellingham aims to redeem himself after a red card in Real Madrid’s draw with Osasuna, focusing on the crucial Champions League second leg against Manchester City. The midfielder has been key to Madrid’s success this season, scoring vital goals in La Liga and Europe.
Jude Bellingham’s week took a dramatic turn after his early red card for dissent in Real Madrid’s 1-1 draw with Osasuna on Saturday, which cost the team valuable points in the Spanish title race. The England international, who had been pivotal in Madrid’s Champions League play-off win over Manchester City, now shifts his focus to their crucial second leg at the Santiago Bernabeu on Wednesday.
Bellingham, who was dismissed in the first half for arguing with the referee, apologized to his teammates, expressing regret for leaving them in a difficult position. Despite the setback, he will be fresh for the return clash with City, where Madrid holds a 3-2 lead after their victory at the Etihad Stadium.
“Enough said about the misunderstanding, just wanted to apologise again for leaving my team-mates in such a tough position and thank the fans for their support and understanding,” Bellingham posted on social media, emphasizing his commitment to bounce back in Madrid’s next important match.
It was his second red card for dissent since joining Real Madrid from Borussia Dortmund in 2023. Despite the occasional frustrations with officials, Bellingham has largely enjoyed a stellar spell in Madrid, playing a key role in winning La Liga and securing the club’s 15th Champions League title last season.
His impressive form, including scoring crucial goals, earned him the admiration of fans and teammates alike. Although linked with a move to Manchester City in the past, Bellingham expressed that joining Madrid was a dream come true, a decision he made out of pure love for the club, not financial incentives.
Bellingham’s first season with Madrid saw him score 23 goals in 43 appearances, with key goals in both La Liga Clasicos and important Champions League matches. This season, after a slow start in terms of goalscoring, he has found his form, scoring 10 times in his last 20 games, including a vital 92nd-minute goal against City.
As the Champions League anthem plays at the Bernabeu, Bellingham’s mind will be fully set on redemption—helping Real Madrid secure their spot in the last 16 of the prestigious competition.
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