Matchday 21 Player Report: Bellingham Jude Dominates, Ceballos Impresses
Matchday 21 of the 2022/23 Bundesliga season produced several standout performances, with Borussia Dortmund midfielder Jude Bellingham and Real Madrid loanee Dani Ceballos emerging as the most impressive players.
Bellingham Continues to Shine
Bellingham has been one of the most highly-rated young midfielders in Europe for several years, and his performance against Hertha Berlin only served to confirm his status. The 19-year-old Englishman dominated the midfield, dictating the tempo of the game and creating several chances for his teammates.
Bellingham's passing was particularly impressive. He completed 95% of his passes, including several key passes that led to goalscoring opportunities. He also showed great vision and awareness, finding space in tight areas and making intelligent runs.
In addition to his passing, Bellingham also contributed defensively. He made several tackles and interceptions, and he was always willing to track back and help his teammates. His all-around performance was a masterclass, and it is no wonder that he is attracting interest from some of the biggest clubs in Europe.
Ceballos Impresses on Loan
Ceballos has had a difficult few years at Real Madrid, but he has found a new lease on life at Betis. The Spanish midfielder has been a key player for the La Liga side this season, and his performance against Real Valladolid was one of his best.
Ceballos was excellent in the center of midfield. He controlled the tempo of the game, and he created several chances for his teammates. He also showed great defensive work rate, and he was always willing to put in a tackle.
Ceballos' performance was a reminder of his quality. He is a talented midfielder who has the potential to be one of the best in the world. If he can continue to perform at this level, he could earn a recall to the Real Madrid squad next season.
Other Notable Performances
In addition to Bellingham and Ceballos, there were several other players who impressed on Matchday 21.
- Marcus Thuram scored a hat-trick for Borussia Monchengladbach in their win over Hoffenheim. The French forward is one of the most in-form players in the Bundesliga right now, and he is sure to attract interest from some of the biggest clubs in Europe in the summer.
- Jamal Musiala continued his excellent season with another goal for Bayern Munich in their win over Mainz. The German midfielder is one of the most exciting young players in Europe, and he is sure to be a key player for Bayern Munich for many years to come.
- Sadio Mané scored his first goal for Bayern Munich in their win over Mainz. The Senegalese forward has had a slow start to his career at Bayern Munich, but he is starting to find his feet. He will be hoping to continue his good form in the coming weeks and help Bayern Munich win the Bundesliga title.
Conclusion
Matchday 21 of the Bundesliga season produced several standout performances. Bellingham and Ceballos were the most impressive players, but there were several other players who also caught the eye.
The Bundesliga is one of the most exciting leagues in Europe, and it is always producing new stars. It will be interesting to see how these players perform in the coming weeks and months.
