Jude Bellingham’s last-gasp heroics have earned him a spot in the UEFA Champions League Team of the Week for the first time in the 2024/25 season.
The talented midfielder sealed a thrilling 3-2 comeback win for Real Madrid over Manchester City with a stunning 92nd-minute strike.
This dramatic victory also marked a historic milestone for Los Blancos, as they secured their first-ever win at the Etihad Stadium.
The 21-year-old’s standout performance sees him join his Real Madrid teammate, Vinícius Júnior, in the prestigious lineup.
The Brazilian winger delivered an electrifying display, providing two crucial assists and earning the coveted Man of the Match award.
Rounding out the Team of the Week are nine top performers from six other European powerhouses. Paris Saint-Germain’s Vitinha earned his place after scoring the decisive goal against Brest, while other key contributors include Borussia Dortmund’s Serhou Guirassy, Benfica’s Vangelis Pavlidis, and Feyenoord’s Igor Paixão, who all netted crucial goals for their teams.
Guirassy was also named Player of the Week after his goal and assist helped Niko Kovač’s men secure a dominant 3-0 victory over Sporting CP.
The 28-year-old Guinean international is enjoying a stellar season in the Ruhr Valley, currently leading the competition in goals (10), ahead of Barcelona duo Robert Lewandowski (9) and Raphinha (8).
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— UEFA Champions League (@ChampionsLeague) February 13, 2025
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