Jude Bellingham Dazzles in Elche 2-2 Real Madrid Draw as Los Blancos Claim La Liga Summit
In a thrilling encounter, Real Madrid secured a 2-2 draw against Elche, thanks in large part to Jude Bellingham’s impressive performance. The England midfielder not only scored but also provided a crucial assist, helping his team maintain their position at the top of La Liga.
Match Overview
The match unfolded at the Estadio Manuel Martinez Valero, where Elche took the lead early in the second half. Aleix Febas netted the first goal in the 53rd minute, taking advantage of a defensive lapse to poke a shot past Real’s goalkeeper, Thibaut Courtois.
Real Madrid gradually responded, with Bellingham playing a pivotal role. He assisted Dean Huijsen’s equalizer in the 78th minute, only for Elche to regain the lead through Alvaro Rodriguez’s shot just six minutes later.
Bellingham’s Late Heroics
Bellingham showcased his resilience by scoring with just three minutes to go, converting a cut-back from Kylian Mbappe to salvage a point for Los Blancos. This marked his third goal in the last four La Liga games.
Key Moments
- 53rd Minute: Aleix Febas scores, giving Elche a 1-0 lead.
- 78th Minute: Dean Huijsen equalizes for Real Madrid with Bellingham’s assist.
- 84th Minute: Alvaro Rodriguez puts Elche back in front.
- 87th Minute: Jude Bellingham equalizes to secure a draw.
- 90+7th Minute: Elche’s Victor Chust sent off with a second yellow card.
Implications of the Match
Despite the draw, Real Madrid remained ahead of Barcelona, who had recently secured a convincing 4-0 victory against Athletic Club. Elche, on the other hand, currently sits in 11th place in La Liga.
Next Fixtures
Real Madrid’s focus now shifts to the Champions League, where they will face Olympiacos on Wednesday, November 26. This match will be crucial for maintaining their momentum in both domestic and European competitions.
