Jude Bellingham went through a difficult moment with Real Madrid after being sent off in a recent match by referee Munuera Montero. The English player received a red card for allegedly saying "fuck you" during the match, which could lead to a suspension keeping him out of several games. Despite his apologies, the final decision rests with LaLiga.

Bellingham’s explanation for his red card

Bellingham explained in the mixed zone that the expression "fuck you" is common in England, but he acknowledged that he should have been more cautious due to cultural and linguistic differences. "It was an expression of frustration, something I said in a heated moment, it wasn’t an insult," clarified the player. Despite his words, he accepted responsibility for the red card and expressed regret for not controlling his emotions.

The official match report, which includes Bellingham’s exact words toward the referee, states that the player was sent off for addressing the referee in those terms. Real Madrid will file an appeal, but the suspension will depend on the interpretation of his words.

Possible consequences of the suspension according to the rules

If the words are seen as a simple disregard, Bellingham could face a two-match suspension. However, if they are considered an insult, the consequences would be much more severe. The rules state that insults or offensive gestures toward referees can lead to a suspension of between four and twelve matches.

Bellingham’s future on the field will depend on how LaLiga interprets the incident. The potential suspension could severely affect Real Madrid's performance, which will have to face the upcoming matches without its English star.