Let’s pause and acknowledge the exceptional talent of Jude Bellingham. The Real Madrid star delivered an absolutely world-class performance in their Champions League victory over RB Leipzig

THOUGHS OF BRAHIM DIAZ

After the game, Diaz said, “I love [Bellingham],” in an interview with Movistar. We’ve got along well right from the start. I’m helping him with his Spanish studies. Playing with him is enjoyable, and he is an amazing player. Beyond his allure, he’s an amazing dude. Despite the absences of Jude, who we greatly missed, [Antonio] Rudiger, and all the other players who are out for a long time, we still show that we are Real Madrid, an incredible team.

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THE LARGER IMAGE

After scoring the game’s first goal in the 48th minute with a terrific solo effort, the 24-year-old imitated Bellingham’s well-known open-arm gesture. The England international commented on X, saying, “Oh my god Brahim!!!” in reaction to the Spaniard’s joy.

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