EUROS 2024: UEFA Suspends Jude Bellingham, Gets One Match Ban Valid for One Year

EUROS 2024: UEFA Suspends Jude Bellingham, Gets One Match Ban Valid for One Year

  • UEFA has confirmed that Jude Bellingham has been issued a suspended one-match ban, valid for one year
  • Following a controversial celebration during a recent match, he was issued the ban, ensuring he will still be eligible to play against Switzerland
  • Alongside the suspension, Bellingham has been fined €30,000, emphasizing UEFA's commitment to maintaining sportsmanship and professional conduct on the field

In a recent development, UEFA has confirmed disciplinary action against Jude Bellingham, the English midfielder currently playing for Real Madrid.

Following a controversial celebration during a recent match, Bellingham has been handed a suspended one-match ban.

Jude Bellingham suspended
Bellingham received conditional suspension. Photo credit: Alex Livesey
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According to Fabrizio Romano, this suspension, which will be valid for a year, means that Bellingham will be available to be selected for the upcoming crucial fixture against Switzerland.

The celebration in question occurred during a high-stakes game, where Bellingham's exuberant reaction drew significant attention and mixed reactions from fans and pundits alike.

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UEFA's decision to impose a suspended ban highlights their stance on maintaining sportsmanship and decorum on the field.

In addition to the suspended ban, Bellingham has been fined €30,000.

Bellingham pivotal for England

Despite the sanctions, Bellingham remains a pivotal player for both his club and country.

His performance on the field has been exceptional, and his presence in the match against Switzerland is eagerly anticipated by fans and teammates.

The upcoming game is crucial for the team's progress in the tournament, and Bellingham's availability could be a deciding factor in their success.

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Legit.ng compiled some of the reactions below:

TheEuropeanLad said:

"Didn't he explain it was a joke with friends? How did he get suspended for this?"

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Drayy09 wrote:

"Just imagine this. So Bellingham can choose when he doesn’t want to play? Dfkm."

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In the early hours of Saturday, June 22, @bossolamilekan1 listed the final scorelines of the three games scheduled for that day.

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Basit Jamiu (Editor) Basit Jamiu is a journalist with more than five years of experience. He is a current affairs and politics editor at Legit.ng. He holds a bachelor's degree from Ekiti State University (2018). Basit previously worked as a staff writer at Ikeja Bird (2022), Associate Editor at Prime Progress (2022), and Staff Writer at The Movee (2018). He is a 2024 Open Climate Fellow (West Africa), 2023 MTN Media Fellow, OCRP Fellow at ICIR, and Accountability Fellow at CJID. Email: basit.jamiu@corp.legit.ng.