Jude Bellingham has scored a stunning equaliser for Real Madrid against Barcelona.
On Saturday afternoon, the two powerhouses of Spanish football went face-to-face in the first El Clasico of the 23/24 season.
Heading into the match, only one point separated the two teams as Madrid were on 25 and Barcelona 24.
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Former Manchester City midfielder Ilkay Gundogan gave Barcelona the lead after just six minutes.
However, with the clock ticking towards the 68th minute, Bellingham pulled something out of the very top drawer.
The Englishman picked the ball up from the edge of the box before arrowing an unstoppable effort into the back of Marc Andre Ter Stegen’s net. You can watch the goal below.
It is yet another crowning moment for Bellingham, who has hit the ground running in spectacular fashion since joining the club from Borussia Dortmund during the summer transfer window.
With just 13 appearances across all competitions to his name this season, Bellingham has already scored 12 goals and made three assists.
Speaking ahead of his first El Clasico, Bellingham told Spanish media outlet RTVE: “It is a bit surprising for me to have 11 goals but I am being able to help my team and the truth is, I am very happy.”
Before moving to Madrid, Bellingham was heavily linked with a move to the Premier League, with the likes of City, Liverpool, Manchester United and Chelsea all linked with the 19-year-old superstar.
However, he chose to move to Spain and is putting in performances that will make him one of the biggest stars Madrid have ever had.
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Topics: Jude Bellingham, Real Madrid, Barcelona, Football
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