March 03, (THEWILL) – A dramatic dying-minute goal from Jude Bellingham was disallowed as Real Madrid was held to a 2-2 draw away at Valencia, on Saturday night. The result means the La Liga leaders missed the chance to extend their lead at the top.
Bellingham thought he had headed home a late winner for the visitors in stoppage time, only for the referee to rule it out having already blown the full-time whistle. The decision sparked chaotic scenes as multiple Real players surrounded the official, leading to Bellingham being shown a red card after the game.
Earlier, Valencia had taken a shock 2-0 lead against the run of play through Hugo Duro and Roman Yaremchuk, capitalising on Real defensive mistakes. However, Vinicius Junior pegged them back with two goals to earn Real a point.
The game was an emotional occasion for Valencia on their first match back since the tragic fire in their city last month. There were tributes paid ahead of kick-off at the Mestalla.
In the closing stages, Valencia saw Mouctar Diakhaby suffer a serious injury leading to a long delay. They also had a late penalty award overturned by VAR, denying them a dramatic winner.
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