'He has balls'-Don Carlo praises Jude Bellingham despite lashing out at Vinicius Jr for not passing the ball

'He has balls'-Don Carlo praises Jude Bellingham despite lashing out at Vinicius Jr for not passing the ball

Eric Munene 11:10 - 21.10.2024

Jude Bellingham was fuming after Vinicius Jr failed to square the ball to him

Jude Bellingham's fiery reaction to a missed opportunity during Real Madrid’s 2-1 victory over Celta Vigo has become a talking point among fans.

The England international visibly fumed at teammate Vinicius Jr after the Brazilian opted to shoot rather than pass the ball to him, with Bellingham in a prime position to score.

The incident occurred in the first half when Madrid led 1-0 thanks to a goal from Kylian Mbappe.

Bellingham, frustrated with Vinicius’s decision-making, kicked the turf and stormed away, visibly upset after the Brazilian’s tight-angle shot failed to find the net.

However, Vinicius redeemed himself in the second half, scoring the winner after Celta had equalized through Williot Swedberg.

Following the match, Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti addressed the situation, praising Bellingham’s willingness to confront his teammate. “If it has happened, it means he has balls, character, and it seems good to me,” Ancelotti stated.

He downplayed concerns about any potential rift between the two players, assuring that they had spoken and laughed together after the match.

Ancelotti further emphasized the importance of competitiveness within the squad, saying, “It’s normal for players to express their frustrations. The group was committed and knew how to suffer.”

He also highlighted the team's resilience, noting that they had to work hard to secure the three points against a determined Celta side.

With this victory, Real Madrid moved level on points with Barcelona in the La Liga standings, setting up a crucial clash between the two sides next week.

Ancelotti’s men are also closing in on a remarkable unbeaten streak, with 42 consecutive matches without defeat, just one shy of Barcelona's record.

Bellingham's passionate display not only underscores his competitive spirit but also reflects the unity and drive within the Madrid squad as they aim for domestic success.