Jude Bellingham Continues Red Hot Form With Brace, Equals David Beckham’s Record in El Clasico

• Jude Bellingham is on cloud nine
• The 20-year-old starred in Real Madrid's fightback win against Barcelona in El Clasico
• Aside from his goals, Bellingham achieved significant landmarks during the clash

Jude Bellingham achieved yet another milestone for Real Madrid in the initial clash of the 2023-2024 El Clasico on Saturday, October 28.

Bellingham, who has seamlessly adapted to life in Madrid, experienced his first taste of the renowned rivalry between Barcelona and Real Madrid, considered one of the most significant in club football.

Making his debut in the highly anticipated showdown between two Spanish football giants, the former Borussia Dortmund captain also earned the distinction of being the first Englishman to participate in El Clasico since David Beckham in October 2006, per BBC Sport.

Bellingham brace wins El Clasico for Madrid

Despite the intensity of the match, the 20-year-old displayed composure and determination, equalizing for his team after Ilkay Gundogan initially put Barcelona in the lead, as cited by the Guardian.

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Bellingham showcased his skill with a remarkable goal from outside the box, bringing his tally to nine goals in as many games played in the Spanish La Liga.

Soon after, he elevated his goal tally to 10 by orchestrating a comeback for Los Blancos in the final moments of added time.

Receiving a pass from Luka Modric, he adeptly outmanoeuvred Marc Andre ter Stegen, leaving the goalkeeper no opportunity as he skillfully executed the finish with finesse.

Bellingham sets new Madrid milestone

Continuing to defy sceptics with his relentless goal-scoring abilities, the 20-year-old prodigy once more assumed a central role as Carlo Ancelotti's team battled from behind to clinch a vital win against their long-standing rivals, Barcelona.

According to Squawka, the young midfielder achieved a significant milestone, etching his name in Real Madrid's 121-year history as the first player to score on his club debut, his UEFA Champions League debut, and his El Clasico debut, cementing his place in the annals of the prestigious club's legacy.

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Kroos' advice to Bellingham ahead of El Clasico

Earlier, Sports Brief reported that in the lead-up to the eagerly awaited El Clasico showdown, Toni Kroos had offered valuable guidance to Bellingham, recognizing the significant impact of the English player's debut for Madrid this season, which has notably strengthened the team's overall performance.

Kroos, the seasoned midfielder, underscores the importance of Bellingham seizing the moment, highlighting the potential for the young talent's composure and on-field contributions to play a pivotal role in securing a victory for Los Blancos in the impending El Clasico clash.