Even though Jude Bellingham did not score like the previous 4 matches, Real Madrid still knew how to overcome Sociedad 2-1 in round 5 of La Liga to regain the top spot in the rankings with a winning record.

Real Madrid won even though Bellingham did not score

In La Liga this season, rookie  Bellingham  integrated very quickly into Real Madrid’s playing style and showed specific value through goals. In Real Madrid’s first 4 rounds, Bellingham scored in every match.

After “opening the queue” with a goal against Bilbao in the opening round, Bellingham scored a double against Almeria, had another goal against Celta and in round 4, the British superstar even “opened fire” in the match. Minute 90+5, helping Real Madrid beat Getafe 2-1.

Bellingham has a very important role at Real Madrid, but when meeting Sociedad, he experienced his first match without scoring in La Liga this season. Photo: La Presse

These telling numbers show how important Bellingham is to Real Madrid at the present time. Coach Ancelotti in the match against Sociedad launched the starting lineup with a 4-3-1-2 tactical diagram, in which Bellingham played in defense behind the striker pair Joselu – Rodrygo.

In the match at the Bernabeu, the away team Sociedad created a significant surprise when they scored the opening goal in the 5th minute. The scorer who put Sociedad ahead was Barrenetxea. During the remainder of the first half, Real Madrid, despite taking the initiative, could not find an equalizer.

However, in the second half, Real Madrid reversed the situation very quickly after only 15 minutes of play. In the 46th minute, left back Fran Garcia assisted Valverde to equalize. In the 60th minute, it was Fran Garcia who “prepared” for Joselu to seal a 2-1 victory for Real Madrid.

Joselu celebrates scoring the 2-1 score for Real Madrid. Photo: EFE

 

In this match, Bellingham had no goals or assists. Bellingham ended his streak of 4 consecutive scoring matches although he still played relatively well and was scored 7.2 points by Sofascore. Real Madrid’s highest scoring player is Fran Garcia with 8.2 points thanks to a very important double assist.

Before the match with Sociedad took place, Real Madrid was temporarily taken top spot by Barcelona (5-0 win over Betis). But with the comeback against Sociedad, Real Madrid returned to the top of the table with an absolute 15 points after 5 rounds.

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