Saturday's Champions League final at London's iconic Wembley Stadium will feel like a storybook moment for Jude Bellingham. The 20-year-old Real Madrid star, fresh off a breakout debut season with 23 goals, faces his former club Borussia Dortmund in a match he describes as 'a fairy tale ending' 🎯✨.
Homecoming With a Twist
Bellingham, who joined Real from Dortmund last summer, called the clash emotional: 'Being back home in England, playing against Dortmund… it’s all a bit surreal.' The England midfielder shared a lighthearted warning for ex-teammate Jadon Sancho: 'It’ll be nice to see them until about nine o’clock' ⏰⚡️.
From Teammates to Rivals
Sancho, now back at Dortmund after a loan spell at Manchester United, trained alongside Bellingham for three seasons. Their friendship adds spice to a game already dripping with drama. Will Bellingham’s 'fairy tale' have a happy ending for Real Madrid? Tune in Saturday to find out 🍿🌍.
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Bellingham: Champions League final vs. Dortmund like a fairy tale
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