Real Madrid star Bellingham makes Champions League history

Real Madrid Star Bellingham Makes Champions League History

Jude Bellingham spoke after Real Madrid's match, noting the team's second-half struggles. He said the score reflected the game, with the opposition creating more chances in the second half, especially from set pieces where the defense was weak.

"In the first half, we controlled it well, but in the second half, not so much. When they scored in the second half, we wanted to push hard and lost possession a lot, giving them many more opportunities when we were at our most vulnerable."

Bellingham has contributed three goals and one assist in 10 appearances this season as he continues to regain form after a shoulder operation.

Coach Xabi Alonso's Remarks on the Match

Real Madrid's head coach Xabi Alonso acknowledged his team's challenges in breaking through Liverpool's defense. He emphasized that the team was not physically outmatched but struggled to be effective in the final third.

"I don’t feel like we were physically outmatched or lost any duels. The game was demanding, played at a high tempo. We lacked a cutting edge in the final third; it came down to details."

Alonso added that conceding set pieces played a key role, as Liverpool’s goal from a corner gave them the advantage. The difficulty in creating chances was due to Liverpool’s deep defensive block, making it a tough, detail-driven contest that ultimately favored Liverpool.

"It was difficult for us to get into the final third. They were dropping deep, and in the box, it was hard to create danger. It was a game that required hard work, gradually gaining ground, and then it came down to the details. In the end, it went their way."

Summary: Jude Bellingham and Real Madrid faced a challenging second half against Liverpool, with defensive lapses on set pieces and difficulty breaking down a deep defense leading to defeat despite a strong first-half showing.

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Sports Mole Sports Mole — 2025-11-05

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