Bellingham

2024 - 10 - 27

Jude Bellingham: From Rising Star to Tumbleweed - What Happened?

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Jude Bellingham faces the Spanish media's wrath after a dismal showing against Barcelona. Can he bounce back or will he always be a shadow?

Jude Bellingham, the promising English midfielder making waves at Real Madrid, has recently come under fire from the Spanish media following a disheartening performance in the latest El Clasico against Barcelona. While last season saw Bellingham solidify his status as one of the hottest young talents in football, the recent 4-0 drubbing of Real Madrid by their arch-rivals has raised serious concerns about his current form. A clash like this typically ignites the competitive spirit amongst players, but instead, it seems Jude struggled to find his footing on the pitch, with pundits calling him a "shadow of his former self."

The scoreline was a bitter pill to swallow for the Madrid faithful, especially given the excitement around Bellingham’s arrival. After scoring an impressive 23 goals last season, fans eagerly anticipated a repeat performance this year. However, after seeing him go scoreless and somewhat invisible during the match at Santiago Bernabeu, even the most optimistic supporters were left disillusioned. Various publications have taken a swing at the young star, with the Spanish press explicit about their dissatisfaction, saying he failed to make any impact on the game. The jury is out, and they’re not holding back in their verdicts.

Interestingly, as the blows continue to land on Bellingham, his teammates have also been on the receiving end of criticism, opening a dialogue about whether the struggles are solely on his shoulders. Some media outlets have pointed fingers at the general dynamics of the team and coaching tactics that might have led to Jude’s lack of sparkle. It's a classic case of collective blame, where a star player’s dip in form can reflect a deeper underlying issue within the squad dynamics.

As Bellingham contemplates this public scrutiny amidst intense pressure, it’s intriguing to think about the parallels with other sports figures who have faced their own crucibles. Like the phoenix that rises from the ashes, he might just use this criticism as motivation to reclaim his place among the football elite. Remember, even the greatest stars like Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi have faced their share of adversity before bouncing back stronger than ever!

Fun Fact 1: Jude Bellingham was born on June 29, 2003, in Stourbridge, England, and made history as the youngest-ever player to appear for Birmingham City at just 16 years of age!

Fun Fact 2: The last English player to win the Ballon d'Or was Michael Owen in 2001. Bellingham, with his exceptional talent, is hoping to end that 23-year wait and bring the prestigious accolade back to England!

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'A joke in bad taste' - Jude Bellingham destroyed by Spanish media ... (Goal.com)

Jude Bellingham was branded a "shadow of the player" he was last season after his quiet display in Barcelona's routing of Real Madrid in El Clasico.

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Jude Bellingham savaged by Spanish press after Real Madrid ... (Mirror.co.uk)

Jude Bellingham played the full 90 minutes for Real Madrid in their 4-0 home defeat to Barcelona on Saturday evening but didn't have an impact, ...

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Jude Bellingham subject of damning six-word dig as Spanish press ... (Daily Express)

Jude Bellingham endured another tough evening as Real Madrid were thrashed at home by arch rivals Barcelona.

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Spanish press give clear verdict on Jude Bellingham after ... (SPORTbible)

Barcelona humiliated Real Madrid with a 4-0 thrashing of their El Clasico rivals at the Santiago Bernabeu - and the Spanish press have made their feelings ...

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Spanish Media Lays Blame on Real Madrid Man for Jude ... (GiveMeSport)

Jude Bellingham has failed to find the net this season, despite scoring 23 goals in all competitions last season.

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Spanish press turn on 'shadow of himself' Jude Bellingham who ... (The Irish Sun)

JUDE BELLINGHAM was singled out for criticism by the Spanish press following Real Madrid's humiliating 4-0 defeat at home to Barcelona.The England sta.

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Jude Bellingham slammed after El Clasico for Real Madrid downfall (The Real Champs)

Bellingham put in a disappointing performance as Real Madrid lost 4-0 to FC Barcelona at Santiago Bernabeu. But this is not his only under-par display in recent ...

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Jude Bellingham branded a 'shadow of his former self' after El ... (Daily Star)

Jude Bellingham was once again unable to score for Real Madrid as they were thumped 4-0 by Barcelona at the Bernabeu and the midfielder was hammered by the ...

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Jude Bellingham excused by Spanish media for shocking stats ... (talkSPORT.com)

The tide continues to turn against Jude Bellingham, but one Spanish outlet believes there is another individual to blame for his dip in form.Bellingha.

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Who was last English player to win Ballon d'Or? Jude Bellingham ... (Sporting News)

Jude Bellingham's stunning debut season at Real Madrid in 2023/24 put him in Ballon d'Or contention. He would be the first English winner for 23 years.

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Landslide closes northbound I-5 in Bellingham (KING5.com)

The Washington State Patrol said at least two vehicles were caught in the landslide, including a semi-truck. No injuries were reported.

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Jude Bellingham a 'shadow' after Real Madrid are humbled by ... (Telegraph.co.uk)

A brace from Robert Lewandowski helped Catalans claim their first league triumph over old foe since March 2023.

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Former Borussia Dortmund teammate backs Jude Bellingham to win ... (Yahoo Sports)

The general consensus is that Vinícius Jr. (24) will win the Ballon d'Or this year, with the prestigious award set to be handed out in Paris on Monday.

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I-5 northbound lanes fully closed in central Bellingham due to ... (Cascadia Daily News)

Southbound lanes in the area are also partially blocked, WSP said on social media. There is no estimate of how long it will take to reopen the highway. In a ...

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Massive landslide on northbound I-5 just north of Iowa Street in ... (KIRO Seattle)

Significant rainfall has been recorded in this area. Flooding may be expected on many local roads nearby, WSDOT said.

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'A joke in bad taste' - Jude Bellingham destroyed by Spanish media ... (Goal.com)

Jude Bellingham was branded a "shadow of the player" he was last season after his quiet display in Barcelona's routing of Real Madrid in El Clasico.

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Landslide blocks Interstate 5 in Bellingham amid deluge of water ... (Bellingham Herald)

Northbound I-5 is closed at Iowa Street and the southbound lanes are partly blocked, Trooper Kelsey Harding of the Washington State Patrol tweeted at 5:19 a.m. ...

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Landslide shuts down I-5 North in Bellingham, WA (FOX 13 Seattle)

There is still no estimated time of reopening. The closure includes northbound lanes on I-5 just north of Iowa Street (milepost 254) in Bellingham.

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Landslide closes northbound I-5 lanes in Bellingham, no injuries ... (KOMO News)

Washington State Patrol Trooper Rommie Smith said the landslide happened around 4 a.m.. As of 12:15 p.m., the northbound lanes are still closed just north of ...

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Mudslide shuts down I-5 North in Bellingham following extreme rain (KUOW News and Information)

Extreme rain can lubricate surface soil layers and lead to landslides. Scientists say the Northwest can expect more intense storms and more mudslides as fossil- ...

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Who was last English player to win Ballon d'Or? Jude Bellingham ... (Sporting News)

Jude Bellingham's stunning debut season at Real Madrid in 2023/24 put him in Ballon d'Or contention. He would be the first English winner for 23 years.

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I-5 north reopens after 10-hour closure in Bellingham (MyNorthwest.com)

The slide shut down the two northbound lanes of the freeway just north of Bellingham's Iowa Street, the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) ...

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Landslide in Bellingham, Wash., blocks freeway, strands semi-truck ... (CHEK)

A landslide in Bellingham, Wash., buried a stretch of freeway south of the Canadian border, fully blocking northbound lanes for several hours Sunday.

Massive landslide shuts down I-5 in Bellingham for hours (Yahoo News)

A bang, just as the earth gave way, trapping a semi-truck and a passenger vehicle with people inside.

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