You Won’t Believe How Jude Bellingham Dominated the Champions League Last Night Almost Breaking Messi’s Record

Jude Bellingham just keeps raising the bar! In Real Madrid’s dominant 5-1 win against RB Salzburg, the English maestro tied one of Lionel Messi’s iconic Champions League records. And in doing so, he reminded the world why he’s the talk of the football town.

Madrid’s Rollercoaster Season

Let’s not sugarcoat it—Real Madrid has had a bumpy ride in this season’s revamped Champions League. Sitting at 16th in the standings, they’re flirting with disaster. If they fail to crack the top eight, they’ll be forced into a playoff to reach the knockout stages. Not exactly the reigning champs’ usual vibe.

But leave it to Bellingham to bring his A-game when it counts. After a slow start to the season, he’s hit his stride, becoming Madrid’s secret weapon in their fight for survival.

Bellingham: Master of the Midfield (and Messi’s Record)

Against Salzburg, Bellingham turned the pitch into his playground. Granted more creative freedom by Carlo Ancelotti, the 20-year-old delivered two assists, both setting up Rodrygo’s goals, as Madrid dominated the first half.

Here’s the kicker: With those assists, Bellingham tied Lionel Messi’s record for the most Champions League goals scored by players under 21. At 21 years, 6 months, and 24 days, he’s now sitting pretty with 24 Champions League contributions (17 goals and seven assists).

Messi set this record during his dazzling rise at Barcelona, but here’s where it gets interesting—Bellingham’s not done yet.

A League of Record-Breakers

Of course, Messi isn’t the only record-holder Jude’s up against.

• Erling Haaland: Second place with 26 Champions League goals before turning 22. Haaland’s lethal finishing has made him one of the most feared forwards in the game.
• Kylian Mbappé: The undisputed king of U-21 contributions with 37. Mbappé’s pace and precision put him in a class of his own.

But let’s not overlook this: since joining Real Madrid in the summer of 2023, Bellingham has racked up 32 goals and 22 assists in all competitions. His impact in La Liga and the Champions League last season was monumental, guiding Madrid to victories in both competitions.

Bellingham’s Brilliance Knows No Bounds

Jude Bellingham is more than just a rising star—he’s a phenomenon in the making. With his combination of skill, vision, and maturity, he’s reshaping the midfield role at Real Madrid and giving fans a glimpse of football’s bright future.

Next stop? Smashing more records and continuing to light up the Bernabéu. The legend of Jude Bellingham is only just beginning.