Jude Bellingham, the Real Madrid midfielder, opened up about feeling unfairly treated following England’s Euro 2024 campaign, where the team finished as runners-up. Despite scoring a stunning overhead kick against Slovakia, Bellingham felt his contributions were overshadowed by criticism, and he was made a scapegoat for the team’s failure to clinch the title. Reflecting on the aftermath, he admitted that he struggled with his emotions, feeling both mistreated and disheartened after the tournament.
Bellingham had been in exceptional form prior to the Euros, helping Real Madrid secure both the La Liga and Champions League titles, and earning the Player of the Season award in Spain. At the European Championship, he scored two goals, including the memorable strike against Slovakia, but England ultimately lost to Spain in the final. Despite his efforts, Bellingham described the weeks following the tournament as mentally challenging, as the weight of the criticism took its toll.
Since then, Bellingham has regained his confidence, playing a key role in helping England secure promotion to the top tier of the UEFA Nations League. On social media, he shared that he has “got his smile back,” signaling a return to form and positivity. Now back in England, he prepares to face Liverpool with Real Madrid in the upcoming Champions League match.
