Jude Bellingham claims Real Madrid were 'lucky to get away with three' against Arsenal

 

'We were lucky it was only three' Jude Bellingham claims Real Madrid were 'lucky to get away with three' against Arsenal Jude Bellingham, Real Madrid's star midfielder, didn’t hold back after his team’s 3-0 loss to Arsenal in the Champions League quarterfinal first leg on April 8, 2025. Speaking after the match at the Emirates, he confessed that Arsenal were in complete control, and Real Madrid were fortunate to avoid an even bigger defeat. Declan Rice scored twice with brilliant free kicks, while Mikel Merino added a third, leaving the defending champions reeling. Bellingham admitted his side was nowhere near Arsenal’s level, praising the Gunners’ dominance and noting they could have scored more. Despite the grim situation, he refused to write off the tie, insisting that an extraordinary performance could still salvage it. See also:Former Israeli Football Star Yossi Benayoun Survives Grenade Attack at Home.

With the second leg set for April 16, 2025, at the Santiago Bernabeu, he hinted at the possibility of a miracle, saying that if any stadium can inspire a wild comeback, it’s theirs. Real Madrid’s history of defying the odds in Europe gives him hope, but he knows it’ll take something truly special to overcome this deficit. Bellingham’s honesty laid bare the team’s struggles, while his defiance underscored their fighting spirit. Arsenal, meanwhile, will head to Madrid with confidence, knowing they’ve put themselves in a strong position to advance. The return leg promises to be a blockbuster as Real Madrid look to pull off another Champions League classic.