Real Madrid Star Bellingham Makes Champions League History
Jude Bellingham reflected on Real Madrid's recent Champions League match, acknowledging the challenges his team faced in the second half.
"I think the score reflects the game. In the second half, they created more chances, and we didn’t defend well on set pieces," Bellingham told reporters. "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."
This season, Bellingham has contributed three goals and one assist in 10 appearances for Real Madrid while regaining form after a shoulder operation.
Head Coach Xabi Alonso Comments on Team Performance
"I don’t feel like we were physically outmatched or lost any duels. The game was demanding, played at a high tempo," Alonso said. "We lacked a cutting edge in the final third; it came down to details. We talked about it at halftime; we conceded a lot of fouls and corners, but that goal gave them the advantage, and it cost us."
Alonso described the difficulty Real Madrid had breaking through Liverpool’s defense, noting the need for hard work and gradual progress throughout the match.
### Author’s SummaryDespite a strong first half, Real Madrid struggled defensively and offensively in the second half, with Bellingham and Alonso highlighting missed opportunities and key moments that shaped the match.