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Jude Bellingham faces potential suspension for England’s Euro 2024 quarter-final clash against Switzerland due to a controversial gesture during their previous match against Slovakia.
The Real Madrid midfielder scored a crucial equalizer in extra time, helping England to a 2-1 victory, but his celebration has drawn significant scrutiny.
During his jubilation, Bellingham made a gesture interpreted as obscene towards the Slovakian bench.
Despite later clarifying it as an “inside joke” aimed at friends in attendance, the incident could lead to UEFA imposing a one-match ban.
Such a sanction would severely impact England, especially considering Bellingham’s pivotal role in their limited scoring success at the tournament.
England, despite their offensive struggles, managed to advance thanks to Harry Kane’s decisive header following Bellingham’s equalizer.
However, the potential absence of Bellingham could undermine their chances against Switzerland, a team that notably eliminated Italy in the previous round.
