Bellingham's Bold Night: A 6-1 Masterclass and a Celebration That Split Opinions
20 January 2026
Bellingham's big night divides opinion
Jude Bellingham shone on the pitch as Real Madrid crushed Monaco 6-1 in the Champions League, but his post-goal celebration at the Santiago Bernabeu sparked a lively debate.
The game itself was a mounting attack, with Mbappe scoring twice, Vinícius Júnior adding one, and another Madrid target completing the rout.
After scoring, Bellingham celebrated in a way that looked drunk, drawing a wave of criticism.
Spanish journalist Albert Ortega said the celebration mocked voices accusing him of drinking.
After the final whistle, Bellingham said, "My celebration, people say a lot of things; you can cry, complain, or enjoy it. I answered with a joke; I know the truth."
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When the dust settled, the image of that celebration became a talking point across social media and press rooms alike.
Real Madrid's attacking display, headlined by this result, underlined their dominance in Europe on a dramatic night at the Bernabéu.
Punchline: If fans want drama, give them a trophy and a dance routine.
Punchline 2: In football, even wins come with subtitles—blame the VAR for the encore.
