Real Madrid’s attempt to reverse the decision to suspend Jude Bellingham for two matches has been rejected by the Spanish Football Federation’s Competition Committee. This means that Bellingham, who is currently the top scorer in LaLiga with 16 goals, will be absent from the upcoming game against Celta Vigo and the match against Osasuna on March 16. The ban stems from an incident where Bellingham received a red card for protesting the referee’s call to end the game just before he scored a late winning goal in a 2-2 draw against Valencia.
According to the referee’s report, Bellingham exhibited an “aggressive attitude” and used profane language, repeatedly yelling “it’s a f—ing goal” in response to the referee’s decision. Bellingham himself expressed disbelief at the two-game suspension, calling it “a bit ridiculous” and suggesting that his status as a newcomer to the league might have contributed to the harsh punishment. He hinted that the referees were trying to set an example with him.
Despite the controversy surrounding the red card, Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti came to Bellingham’s defense. Ancelotti praised Bellingham as a hardworking player who gives his all on the field. The coach argued that the red card was a mistake and emphasized that Bellingham did not engage in any verbal abuse or insults towards the officials. It is evident that Real Madrid stands by their player in this contentious situation.
As Real Madrid prepares to face Celta Vigo without Bellingham, it is worth noting that they currently hold a comfortable seven-point lead over Girona in the league standings. Despite the absence of their prolific scorer, Real Madrid remains a formidable force in LaLiga. The team’s performance in the upcoming games will be closely scrutinized as they strive to maintain their position at the top of the table.