“CR7 leads while others follow” “Forget Mr Beast” - Fans excited as Real Madrid superstar follows Cristiano Ronaldo by starting YouTube channel
Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham has followed Cristiano Ronaldo's footsteps by starting a new YouTube channel. Fans have reacted positively to the Englishman's announcement on social media.
Bellingham arrived at the Bernabeu from Borussia Dortmund in a reported £88 million move last summer. The 21-year-old, one of Europe's hottest prospects, had an excellent debut campaign with Los Blancos.
He played a crucial role in Real Madrid's La Liga and Champions League triumphs. Bellingham scored 23 goals and provided 13 assists in 42 appearances across all competitions last season.
The England international has now announced that he will be releasing weekly episodes containing footage of his last season's journey on his new YouTube channel.
Jude Bellingham wrote on Instagram:
"Hi everyone, I've been recording behind the scenes footage of my journey throughout the last year. Now, I'm finally ready to share my life, 'Out of the Floodlights' with you all. Starting September 12th, I'll post four weekly episodes on my new YouTube channel. They're accessible anytime and free to watch. I hope you enjoy them and don't forget to subscribe."
This comes after Cristiano Ronaldo launched his YouTube channel last month and netizens are excited by the announcement. Here are some of their reactions:
"Once again CR7 leads while others follow" commented one fan
"Following in the footsteps of the GOAT" wrote another
"Bro following Ronaldo footsteps. Everyone will start creating YouTube channel now lmao" one supporter claimed
"It's now Jude vs Cristiano battle on YT.... Forget Mr Beast" claimed another
"He will surpass Mr Beast soon" one fan wrote
"Pray for speed" commented another
"He cannot beat Ronaldo's record but we will be there to support him" one fan exclaimed
Real Madrid will next face Real Sociedad in La Liga on September 14.
"The club’s fans are always proud of you" - Real Madrid congratulate Cristiano Ronaldo after 900th career goal
Real Madrid congratulated Cristiano Ronaldo on achieving another feat in his illustrious and decorated career.
Portugal locked horns with Croatia in their UEFA Nations League group-stage fixture on Thursday night (September 5). Roberto Martinez's men secured a 2-1 victory thanks to goals from Diogo Dalot and Ronaldo.
After the Portuguese ace scored a record-extending 900th career goal, Real Madrid took to social media to commend their club, saying:
"Another historic feat: 900 goals in the professional career of one of the biggest legends in the history of Real Madrid and world football. Congratulations, dear and admired @Cristiano! Real Madrid and the club’s fans are always proud of you."
Ronaldo won two La Liga titles and five Champions League trophies, including an iconic three-peat between 2015 and 2018, amongst other honors during his time at the Bernabeu.