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Jude Bellingham under investigation for improper gesture after his great goal at Euro 2024

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By Sergio Silva

01 Jul 2024, 12:59 PM EDT

From the excitement over the epic qualification to the quarterfinals of the Euro Cup Germany 2024 product of the Jude Bellingham’s magnificent goal in the England National Team they were thrown into uncertainty due to an investigation by UEFA into the midfielder for an alleged inappropriate gesture after his goal.

This was confirmed by several reports, including one from the Sky Sports network, who point out that the highest body in European football began an investigation into the player for a gesture he made after scoring in the exciting victory against Slovakia (2-1). in extra time.

The Real Madrid player, who excelled with a spectacular bicycle kick in the 95th minute that generated the English reaction to end up winning thanks to a goal from Harry Kane, would have put his hand near his crotch which could be considered a gesture inappropriate.

The moment of the gesture made by Jude Bellingham and which would be investigated by UEFA to determine if the English midfielder should be sanctioned.

“A UEFA Ethics and Disciplinary Inspector will conduct a disciplinary investigation into a possible breach of the basic rules of decent conduct by England player Jude Bellingham”said a statement from the European body.

Jude Bellingham’s gesture could not only be considered inappropriate by its nature but it was also made in the direction of the Slovakia national team’s substitutes’ bench, which makes it even more reprehensible.

According to the championship rules, the player could have been sent off for said gesture but at the time the main referee did not notice it, so it was not included in his match report. However, UEFA has the power to investigate to make a decision.

England captain Harry Kane celebrates alongside Jude Bellingham after his equaliser against Slovakia.
England captain Harry Kane celebrates alongside Jude Bellingham after his equaliser against Slovakia.
Credit: Thanassis Stavrakis | AP

This situation generates concern in the England National Team that will face Switzerland in the quarterfinals on Saturday due to the possibility of not being able to count on Jude Bellingham for that match, taking into account that it may receive a sanction from UEFA.

Jude Bellingham explains the situation

The English star was quick to comment on his social media about the gesture that sparked controversy after his spectacular goal against the Slovakia national team in the round of 16 match of Euro 2024 Germany.

“It’s a gesture that is an inside joke towards some close friends who were at the game. Nothing but respect for how the Slovak team played tonight.”wrote the English midfielder on his personal X account, formerly known as Twitter, in response to a video publication with the moment of the gesture.

Jude Bellingham, who is one of the possible candidates for the 2024 Ballon d’Or, has made this gesture at some point during his great season with Real Madrid.

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