Thierry Henry stunned by ‘joke’ Jude Bellingham performance as Real Madrid blow Liga title race wide open with Clasico win

Former Barcelona forward Thierry Henry has lauded Real Madrid following their crucial 2-1 El Clasico victory over his old club. The Frenchman was particularly impressed by the performance of England international Jude Bellingham, describing the midfielder's display as an "absolute joke." Henry noted that Real Madrid's compact and resilient midfield setup was difficult to beat on the day, and their counter-attacking threat was high.

While Kylian Mbappe scored two goals and was named Man of the Match, Henry praised Bellingham's all-around contribution, comparing his performance to England's game in Mexico. The victory also proved crucial for Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti, who faced criticism before the game. Henry noted that the result showed Ancelotti's enduring tactical abilities.

The win has significantly impacted the Spanish title race, narrowing the gap between the top two teams and leaving the outcome uncertain.