Jude Bellingham apologizes to Brahim Díaz after Champions League match against Inter Milan

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Last updated Sep 9, 2026

Jude Bellingham apologizes to Brahim Díaz after Champions League match against Inter Milan
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Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham issued a public apology to teammate Brahim Díaz following their UEFA Champions League season opener against Inter Milan on Tuesday. During the second half of the match, Díaz dribbled through the Inter Milan defense and delivered a precise pass to the back post for Bellingham. The midfielder opted to settle the ball rather than shoot immediately, providing goalkeeper Josep Martínez enough time to recover and block the subsequent attempt. Following the match, Bellingham addressed the missed opportunity by commenting on an Instagram post shared by Díaz. The two players featured in the starting lineup for the home fixture as Real Madrid opened its continental campaign against the Italian club.

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  • Jude Bellingham and Brahim Díaz started for Real Madrid against Inter Milan on Tuesday.
  • Brahim Díaz created a scoring chance by dribbling to the end line and crossing.
  • Bellingham failed to convert the cross, allowing Josep Martínez to make a save.
  • Bellingham sent a public apology to Díaz on social media following the match.
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  • 6:25 PMYahoo SportsJude Bellingham sends ‘sorry’ message to Real Madrid teammate after Inter Milan
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Real Madrid star Jude Bellingham has taken to social media on Wednesday, to send a lighthearted apology message the way of Blancos teammate Brahim Díaz.This comes after the Englishman robbed Brahim o...

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