According to a report by Madrid Universal on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, Jude Bellingham has written his name into Champions League history after becoming the youngest player ever to make 60 appearances in the competition. The Real Madrid midfielder achieved the remarkable feat at the age of 23 years and 128 days, breaking the previous record held by club legend Iker Casillas, who reached the milestone at 23 years and 167 days.

Bellingham reportedly reached the landmark ahead of Real Madrid’s Champions League clash against AEK Athens, where manager Jose Mourinho selected him in a strong starting lineup as the Spanish giants aimed to extend their winning run to seven consecutive matches across all competitions.

The English midfielder began his Champions League career at Borussia Dortmund after leaving Birmingham City. His impressive performances in Germany quickly established him as one of Europe's brightest young talents before Real Madrid secured his signature.

Since making his debut in the competition, Bellingham has continued to achieve remarkable milestones. He previously became the youngest player to reach 50 Champions League appearances on November 4, 2025, and his latest record further demonstrates his consistency and development at the highest level of European football.

Breaking a record that had stood in the name of Casillas represents another important moment in Bellingham’s rapidly growing career. The midfielder has continued to build his reputation through impressive performances, including his contributions during the World Cup and his encouraging start to the current campaign.

Under Mourinho, Bellingham is expected to play in a more advanced midfield position, giving him greater opportunities to influence attacking situations and showcase his goalscoring abilities. His selection for the encounter against AEK Athens also reflects the importance the Portuguese manager has placed on the fixture and the midfielder's role in Real Madrid's plans.