Jude Bellingham continued to dazzle as Real Madrid easily defeated Napoli 4–2 on Wednesday to take first place in their Champions League group.

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WHAT HAPPENED?

After they had already advanced to the knockout stages the day before, the visiting Italian champions were beaten by 14-time champions Madrid in an exciting match to take first position. After David Alaba found him with a great cross, Bellingham gave Madrid the lead after 22 minutes with a superb header that sailed over Alex Meret and into the net. With four Champions League goals in just four games for Madrid and a total of 15 goals in 16 appearances this season, Bellingham is now the team’s top scorer.

ANCELOTTI’S QUOTESFollowing the match, the seasoned Italian boss heaped praise on the English midfielder, highlighting his ability to enter the box from deep positions.He told Movistar Plus [via The Athletic], “He’s spectacular in getting into the box; he comes into the box like a motorbike.” It’s unexpected because no one could have predicted how quickly he would have adapted to this club and the kind of football he is playing. He astounds teammates, supporters, and even opponents.”THE LARGER IMAGEBellingham made history that evening by becoming the first Real Madrid player to score four goals in his team’s first four Champions League matches. In addition, he was able to record an assist during the match as Joselu scored Madrid’s fourth goal of the evening to guarantee them a victory and the top spot.FUTURE PLANS FOR REAL MADRID?Madrid is now leading La Liga, level on points with Girona, and can now fully concentrate on the league after clinching their spot in the first pot of the Round of 16 draw.