Jude Bellingham gave a stirring speech before Real Madrid’s Champions League final matchup with Borussia Dortmund, speaking flawless Spanish at the team’s La Liga title parade.
After taking home the Spanish Super Cup and winning the league title on his first try, the superstar had an incredible first season at the Bernabeu.
As Madrid won with ease, Bellingham, who signed a contract worth up to £113 million last summer, contributed 10 assists and scored 22 goals.
But Carlo Ancelotti’s side are not done there, having also booked themselves a spot at Wembley against Borussia Dortmund in yet another major European final.
Ahead of the showdown in London, Madrid first put on an eye-catching display for their La Liga celebrations after parading around the city on a bus.
The winning team was being cheered on by thousands of white-clad supporters as they gathered on a balcony overlooking the Cibeles Fountain.
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A few athletes seized the chance to address the assembly through a microphone, and Bellingham—who has been studying Spanish since coming—also rose to the occasion.
Although Vinicius Junior was seen chuckling next to him, Bellingham surprised everyone by speaking in nearly flawless Spanish.
“I appreciate all of your help and the love you’ve shown this season,” he stated.
Wembley is home to one more important game. We’re going to prevail. Madrid, hurry up.
After finishing his message, Bellingham raised both his arms aloft – a goal celebration that has quickly become synonymous with the midfielder.
Last weekend, Madrid easily defeated Barcelona in four games to win La Liga and reclaimed the trophy with a merciless demeanor.
To focus on defeating Bayern Munich in their Champions League semi-final second leg, they postponed their celebrations.
Replicating his antics from Madrid’s 2022 celebration, Carlo Ancelotti smoked a cigar and wore sunglasses before taking center stage during the procession.
Madrid has only suffered one league loss all season, has defeated Barcelona in both Clasicos, and has outscored and outconducted every other team in the Premier League.