What happened. Jude Bellingham and Cristian Romero came to blows during Sunday's Madrid derby, reigniting a feud that began at the World Cup. The two had previously clashed during the semi-final between England and Argentina.

Atletico Madrid beat Jose Mourinho's Real Madrid in an ill-tempered affair
The pair's history dates back to the World Cup semi-final
Bellingham was quoted referencing Messi in the aftermath

“You don't talk without Messi”
— Jude Bellingham

The flashpoint adds spice to a rivalry that could resurface in future Madrid derbies and international meetings.

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J. Bellingham

C. Romero

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