Jude Bellingham reached a significant Champions League milestone as Real Madrid produced a late comeback to defeat AEK Athens and record their fourth consecutive victory in the competition's league phase.

The England international scored an inventive equaliser in the first half, becoming the youngest player to find the net in seven successive Champions League seasons at 23 years and 128 days.

His achievement came in a match that required a dramatic finish from Real Madrid, who looked in danger of dropping points after a determined performance from the Greek hosts.

AEK took an early advantage through Aboubakary Koita, whose powerful strike put the home supporters in celebration.

Real Madrid eventually responded through Bellingham, who displayed excellent improvisation to guide the ball into the net with a backheel in the 32nd minute.

The visitors struggled to turn their possession into a winning advantage, allowing AEK to remain competitive throughout the encounter.

The hosts appeared to have moved closer to a memorable victory when Stavros Pilios restored their lead with 15 minutes remaining.

The defender had earlier prevented Mbappe from scoring with an important block before completing an attacking move with a near-post finish.

However, Real Madrid's attacking quality proved decisive in the closing stages. Mbappe equalised three minutes later, finishing at the far post from Denzel Dumfries' delivery.

The comeback was completed when Federico Valverde unleashed a powerful effort from distance deep into stoppage time, leaving AEK with no opportunity to recover.

Koita was sent off after the final whistle as frustration grew among the home side.

The victory preserved Real Madrid's 100% record in the competition.

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