Jude Bellingham Addresses Off-Pitch Speculation and Celebrates with Humor

Jude Bellingham has recorded an impressive tally of six goals and four assists in 24 matches this season.

In a recent statement, Bellingham dismissed speculation about his off-field lifestyle as “outside noise.” He elaborated on his celebratory gesture after scoring during Real Madrid’s 6-1 Champions League victory over Monaco, explaining it was meant as “a bit of a joke back to the fans.”

The midfielder netted the final goal of the match, marking his first of 2026, and celebrated with a playful drinking gesture that quickly garnered attention online.

This celebration followed comments from popular Spanish YouTuber AuronPlay, who has over 29 million subscribers. AuronPlay suggested that Bellingham “loves alcohol too much” and has frequented “every nightclub in Spain,” implying that this may be affecting the young star’s performance.

During Real Madrid’s subsequent 2-0 win against Levante, Bellingham was among the players who faced jeers from the crowd.

In an interview with TNT Sports, Bellingham expressed his frustration with the current climate of misinformation: “It feels like anyone can grab a camera, say whatever they want, and the world just believes them without evidence.”

He continued, “You can either complain about it or you can roll with it and enjoy it. The gesture was a lighthearted response to critics and those spreading rumors.

I know the truth about my life and what I contribute to the game and my team. The outside noise is irrelevant, but it’s nice to have a little joke.”

Bellingham further acknowledged the role of fans, stating, “The fans dedicate their time and money to support us, so they have the right to voice their opinions. We need to deliver performances that meet their expectations.”

In related news, Kylian Mbappe capitalized on his history with Monaco as Real Madrid secured a resounding victory.