Romero Brands Bellingham a Crybaby in Heated Madrid Derby

Atletico's derby win over Real Madrid turned personal as Cristian Romero aimed a four-word jab at Jude Bellingham.

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What happened. Atletico beat Real Madrid 2-1 in the Madrid derby, a result that lifts Diego Simeone's side above their rivals in the La Liga table. Cristian Romero and Jude Bellingham were at the centre of the flashpoints, with Romero labelling the England midfielder a 'crybaby'.

• Alejandro Grimaldo broke the deadlock for Atletico after a goalless first half.
• The win moves Atletico above Real Madrid in the La Liga standings.
• Romero's four-word taunt at Bellingham followed a red card incident.

The result shifts the La Liga pecking order in Madrid, with Atletico now ahead of their city rivals.

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