Bellingham warns Dortmund team-mates that Chelsea will definitely fire back

Borussia Dortmund captain Jude Bellingham has warned his side that they will face a stern test from Chelsea in the return leg of their Champions League tie.

Dortmund will take a 1-0 lead into the second game against the Blues after winning the first game in Germany on Wednesday.

Bellingham starred as he skipper the side once again and praised his team for their performance against tough opposition.

Via CBS Sports Golazo, Bellingham said: ‘It felt good. It’s a small win in comparison to what we have to face in a few weeks’ time.

‘We have to go to Stamford Bridge and get another positive result, but we can be really pleased with how we played and how we defended in the second half but we need to understand it’s not over and they can definitely Come back with a lot of power.’

He did, however, acknowledge Chelsea’s threat, with Graham Potter’s side creating plenty of chances but failing to find the back of the net.

The return tie will be played on March 7.

‘It’ll be a brilliant experience for us’, Bellingham said of the game. We all dream of playing in games like that where we go away to big teams and we’ll try and get a positive result to see our team into the next round.

‘You’ve got to enjoy games like that, you can’t shy away from games like that, and we’ll definitely be up for it in the second leg.’

The midfielder also praised goalscorer Karim Adeyemi, who showed great pace to run over half the length of the pitch before netting the only goal of the game.

Bellingham questioned Chelsea’s tactics, but reveled in his team-mate’s play.

‘It was just pace’, he said. ‘I was surprised they only left one back, especially when it was Karim that was going to be breaking.

‘He got the ball under control well and used the attributes we all know he’s got and we all see in training.’