Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham stunned spectators during the opening match of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025™ when he verbally berated the assistant referee in a fiery in-game moment.
According to Daily Mail, the incident occurred early on June 19, when Bellingham confronted the linesman after Al Hilal defender João Cancelo kicked the ball, and play was wrongly ruled for a throw-in. Furious, Bellingham shouted at the official: “That’s our ball, you bastard!” . He was not penalized further during the game.
This incident follows a similar episode earlier this season in La Liga, when Bellingham received a red card for insulting the referee in a match against Osasuna . The player has once again drawn attention for crossing the line in heated moments.
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In a surprising twist, coach Thomas Tuchel—who recently commented on Bellingham’s conduct—shared that even his own mother disapproves. "I see that in my family, especially in my mother. She often criticizes Jude Bellingham’s behaviour," he admitted .
Bellingham is already under scrutiny after his reaction to a disallowed goal in England’s 1–3 loss to Senegal on June 10, which saw him kicking a water bottle in frustration. Such incidents highlight the fiery passion that fuels both admiration and criticism among fans and pundits.
Despite these controversies, Bellingham remains a key figure under Xabi Alonso’s Real Madrid reign. The star midfielder’s intense on-field emotions have sparked debate about the line between competitive spirit and professionalism.
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