Real Madrid star Jude Bellingham had no room for excuses after their 3-0 UEFA Champions League loss at Arsenal.

However, Carlo Ancelotti's side were brushed aside as the Gunners ran out comfortable 3-0 winners. Declan Rice scored two exquisite free-kicks and Mikel Merino also found himself on the scoresheet as the north London outfit recorded a historic victory.

Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois has criticised his team-mates for committing "unnecessary fouls" that led to Arsenal's victory in their Champions League clash - including Jude Bellingham. The Belgian shot-stopper pointed to two free-kicks converted by Declan Rice as pivotal moments in the match.

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Arsenal will face Real Madrid in this UEFA Champions League matchup on Tuesday, and you can catch all the action live on Paramount+.