'Even in sh*t times' - Jude Bellingham revels in first Real Madrid goal of the season amid slow start for England star

Los Blancos thumped Osasuna 4-0 on Saturday, with Bellingham bagging a goal and an assist in the victory. That was the England international's first goal of the campaign, something he revelled in after the fact.

Alongside a number of photos of him celebrating his goal and his team's win, he wrote on Instagram: "Even in shit times, giving up is not an option. Madridistas, thank you for your incredible support in the good moments and the bad ones."

Bellingham could do no wrong for Madrid last season following his move from Borussia Dortmund. He scored 23 goals and bagged 13 assists, grabbed multiple match-winners and helped his side to a La Liga and Champions League double. This term, however, he has struggled with injury, form, and playing in a different position. The 21-year-old's performance on Saturday, however, appears to show that his persistence is paying off.

Bellingham - who came third in the 2024 Ballon d'Or - could next feature for England in their upcoming Nations League matches against Greece and the Republic of Ireland before returning to play for Madrid later this month.