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Football Incident Explained

Updated 2026-06-24 10:25 UTC 1 source Neutral

Jude Bellingham, an England midfielder, was not sent off for covering his mouth during a match against Ghana. The incident sparked debate over the rules and referee decisions.

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Why Bellingham was not sent off for covering his mouth

England midfielder Jude Bellingham was not shown a red card despite covering his mouth while talking to Ghana's Jordan Ayew.

2026-06-24 10:10 UTC