'It's a night made for Real Madrid': Bellingham on high-stake clash vs Arsenal at Bernabeu

IANS April 15, 2025 159 views

Real Madrid faces an extraordinary challenge against Arsenal in the Champions League quarter-finals after a devastating 0-3 first-leg loss. Midfielder Jude Bellingham remains optimistic, believing the Bernabeu stage is perfect for an epic turnaround. The club's history of remarkable comebacks fuels their confidence and motivation. This match represents a rare opportunity to achieve something unprecedented in Real Madrid's storied European competition history.

"It's a night that's made for Real Madrid" - Jude Bellingham
Madrid, April 15: Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham believes the second leg of the UEFA Champions League quarter final against Arsenal, after having lost 0-3 in the first game, is a night made for Los Blancos to shine.

Key Points

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Madrid seeking unprecedented Champions League comeback

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Bellingham confident despite 3-goal deficit

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Historic night potentially awaits Los Blancos

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Motivation runs high for improbable victory

Despite the three-goal deficit, confidence is high at Real Madrid with many players and fans taking to social media to express their feelings. The club also posted a video on its website to motivate the side.

Bellingham acknowledged the pedigree his side holds, having built their success on unreal comebacks, and believes the night can go down in history.

"I've heard it a million times since last week, I've seen a million videos - it's really motivating stuff. It's a night that's made for Real Madrid. A night that would go down in history but also something that people are familiar with around this part of this world. Hopefully, we can add another special night."

Last week's defeat at Emirates Stadium was only the fifth time Real have lost the first leg of a knockout stage tie in the European Cup or Champions League by three or more goals. They've not overcome a three-goal deficit in Europe since 1985-86 when they were competing in the UEFA Cup, losing 5-1 to Borussia Monchengladbach in the first leg before blowing the German opponents away with a 4-0 hammering in the return fixture to go through on away goals and ultimately claim more silverware.

Bellingham added that the mountain task that awaits them also provided an opportunity for the side to do something that's never been done before.

"There's not a lot you can do for Real Madrid in the Champions League that hasn't already been done, tomorrow is an opportunity for us to do something for the first time so that's really important to us," he added.

Reader Comments

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Marcus T.
That Bernabeu magic is real! If any team can turn this around, it's Madrid. Hala Madrid! ⚪
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Sarah K.
As an Arsenal fan, I'm nervous about this. Madrid at home in UCL is a different beast. But 3-0 is a big cushion...
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Jamie L.
Respectfully, this feels like wishful thinking. Arsenal's defense has been solid all season. Madrid would need something truly special.
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Rahul P.
Bellingham's mentality is exactly why Madrid bought him. Whether they pull it off or not, this belief is what makes champions!
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Aisha M.
The history is there, but current form matters more. Arsenal look sharper this season. Would be an incredible story if Madrid did it though!
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Tomás R.
If they pull this off, the Bernabeu might actually collapse from the noise. Can't wait for this match! 🔥

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