Jude Bellingham's Heroic Last-Minute Goal Propels Real Madrid to Victory

 Jude Bellingham's Heroic Last-Minute Goal Propels Real Madrid to Victory

Jude Bellingham's Heroic Last-Minute Goal (Image-Getty)

Jude Bellingham once again showcased his match-winning prowess for Real Madrid during their home debut in LaLiga at the renovated Santiago Bernabeu stadium. In a thrilling encounter against Getafe, the England midfielder secured a 2-1 victory with a dramatic goal in added time, solidifying his status as a fan favorite.

Bellingham's remarkable performance marked his fifth goal in just four games since his high-profile transfer to Real Madrid for a staggering 103 million euros, plus an additional 30 million in add-ons from Borussia Dortmund.

Real Madrid currently tops the LaLiga table with a perfect 12 points from four games, holding a substantial five-point lead over Atletico Madrid, Girona, Barcelona, and Cadiz, who are yet to play their fixtures for the weekend. Getafe initially took the lead in the 11th minute when Borja Mayoral capitalized on a defensive mistake by Fran Garcia.

Real's head coach, Carlo Ancelotti, acknowledged the challenging nature of the match, particularly after conceding an early goal. He also shared his thoughts on Fran Garcia's performance, suggesting that the defender might have been affected by the allure of the newly refurbished stadium.

The second half saw Real Madrid pushing aggressively for a comeback, with Joselu equalizing from close range in the 47th minute. Despite hitting the woodwork three times and facing a string of exceptional saves from Getafe's goalkeeper, David Soria, Real Madrid kept the pressure on.

The Santiago Bernabeu, nearing the completion of its impressive 900 million euro renovation project, boasted its new retractable roof, which was closed due to rainy weather in the Spanish capital.

In the dying moments of the game, Bellingham capitalized on a rebound from a Lucas Vazquez strike from distance that Soria couldn't hold onto, securing the victory for Real Madrid.

Reflecting on the hard-fought win, Joselu expressed his satisfaction, crediting the Bernabeu crowd for their support and emphasizing the significance of the three valuable points that maintained Real Madrid's perfect start to the season.