Bellingham’s Reaction to Champions League Draw against Leipzig: ‘They’re Tough

Real Madrid is set to face Leipzig in the UEFA Champions League Round of 16, promising an exciting clash between two attacking-minded teams. The knockout stage of the Champions League is drawing nearer, and despite the draw having taken place, fans must wait until mid-February for the thrilling matchups to unfold.

Real Madrid has already learned about its opponent in the Round of 16 and has turned to one of its recent signings who can provide valuable insights to confront Leipzig on the field.

Jude Bellingham has faced Leipzig on numerous occasions, making him more familiar with them than most. Some Real Madrid players also encountered Leipzig last season during the group stage. While they won in Germany, they suffered a defeat at the Santiago Bernabéu.

As the Real Madrid players discussed the Champions League draw, Jude remarked to his teammates, “They are great players, very fast, and in Germany, when you played against them, you knew about their intensity.”

Naturally, all Real Madrid players view themselves as favorites in the tie, but that doesn’t mean they will become complacent. They have time to prepare for the matches, with important fixtures in La Liga and the Spanish Super Cup coming up before the Champions League encounters.

A Turning Point The Spanish Super Cup could serve as significant motivation for Carlo Ancelotti’s team, provided they secure victory. On the contrary, a defeat could have the opposite effect, causing a dip in morale.

Regardless, it’s worth noting that Real Madrid typically experiences a downturn in January, as part of the physical preparation under Pintus. However, from that month onward, the team tends to regain form and “takes flight.”