Jude Bellingham is third in Real Madrid’s penalty-taking pecking order, with Carlo Ancelotti confirming plans involving Vinicius Jr and Kylian Mbappe.
Article continues below
Article continues below
Article continues below
Mbappe & Bellingham have missed from the spotVinicius is go-to option on penalty dutyManager hoping to avoid more issues from 12 yardsFollow GOAL on WhatsApp! 🟢📱WHAT HAPPENED?
The Blancos have endured uncharacteristic struggles from the spot this season, leading to questions being asked of who should be trusted with the responsibility of stepping up from 12 yards. World Cup winner Mbappe, as the club’s No.9, was expected to take on that duty following his arrival in Spain.
AdvertisementGettyTHE BIGGER PICTURE
Mbappe has scored four penalties for Real this season, but missed two in the space of a week when lining up against Liverpool and Athletic Club. Bellingham has also converted from the spot this term, but struck the post with an effort against Valencia at the start of January.
WHAT ANCELOTTI SAID
Vinicius has been a more reliable option, hitting the net with all four of his penalties in the 2024-25, and that has earned him the nod from his manager. Ancelotti told reporters when asked about rankings that are now set in stone: “Vinicius, Mbappe and Bellingham.”
GettyWHAT NEXT FOR REAL MADRID?
Mbappe scored from the spot when bagging a brace for Real in their 4-1 win over Las Palmas, with Vinicius serving a two-match ban following his red card against Valencia. The Blancos will be back in European action on Wednesday when welcoming RB Salzburg to Santiago Bernabeu.