Jude Bellingham credits tactical freedom for Real Madrid form after beating Malaga

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Last updated Aug 31, 2026

Jude Bellingham credits tactical freedom for Real Madrid form after beating Malaga
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Real Madrid defeated Malaga 4-0 on Sunday in their third match of the LaLiga season. Jude Bellingham scored a solo goal and forced an own goal from a Malaga defender during the contest. Despite the lopsided scoreline, Bellingham expressed dissatisfaction with his team's performance during the final 20 minutes of the match. The midfielder attributed his recent form to increased tactical freedom, which allows him to move higher or deeper on the pitch based on game requirements. Real Madrid entered this fixture following previous wins against Espanyol and Real Sociedad. Bellingham noted that the squad depth remains a key asset, as players who did not start in recent matches performed effectively against Malaga.

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  • Real Madrid defeated Malaga 4-0 in their third league match of the season.
  • Jude Bellingham scored a solo goal and forced an own goal in the win.
  • Bellingham stated that he has been given more freedom to move across the pitch.
  • The midfielder criticized the team's performance in the final 20 minutes of the game.
  • The win follows previous Real Madrid victories over Espanyol and Real Sociedad.
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After their wins against Espanyol and Real Sociedad, Real Madrid played their third game of the new season against the newly-promoted Malaga side. The Merengue team lived up to the expectations they h...

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