Jude Bellingham breaks Real Madrid record in El Clasico masterclass vs Barcelona

Jude Bellingham has written his name into Real Madrid history after a stunning performance in Sunday’s El Clásico against Barcelona.

The England international was at the heart of everything for Los Blancos, producing both a goal and an assist in a commanding first-half display at the Santiago Bernabéu.

Bellingham first set up Kylian Mbappé for the opener with a brilliant turn and defence-splitting pass before adding one of his own with a composed close-range finish.

[Opta reports] the 22-year-old has now become the youngest Real Madrid player of the 21st century to both score and assist in a Clásico, surpassing Vinícius Jr’s record.

It was yet another milestone moment for Bellingham, whose influence continues to grow under the lights at the Bernabéu.

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