Overview
- Jude Bellingham scored Real Madrid's sixth goal in a 6-1 Champions League win over Monaco and mimed drinking in his celebration.
- Speaking to TNT Sports, he called the gesture a joke toward critics, saying he knows the truth about his personal life and views the speculation as outside noise.
- The allegations were amplified by Spanish YouTuber AuronPlay, though reporting noted little evidence beyond off-season sightings such as a trip to Ibiza.
- The performance followed home whistles in a 2-0 win over Levante, with Bellingham acknowledging supporters' right to voice opinions while stressing his commitment to the team.
- The victory moved Real Madrid up to second in the Champions League league phase, with a final game against Benfica next week.