Bellingham equals Lionel Messi’s record of contributing to 24 goals and assists in the Champions League, affirming his status as one of the best young players in the world today

Since joining Real Madrid in the summer of 2023, Bellingham has proven his worth with 32 goals and 22 assists in all competitions. He has played an irreplaceable role in Carlo Ancelotti’s squad, especially when given more freedom to roam to exploit opposing defences.

Last season, Bellingham was a key factor in helping Real Madrid win the Champions League and La Liga double in his first year in Spain. With consistent form and increasingly perfect talent, the English midfielder is not only the future of Real Madrid but also one of the brightest stars in world football today.

Real Madrid are currently top of La Liga, but their journey in the Champions League this season has not been smooth. A win against Salzburg is necessary for them to continue to nurture their hopes of reaching the top 8 and avoiding the risky play-off round.

Currently, Madrid are 16th in the rankings and need a win against Brest in the final round to improve their position.