England Cleared to Play Switzerland in FIFA World Cup Quarter-Final, Thanks to Jude Bellingham’s Reprieve

Jude Bellingham has been cleared to play for England against Switzerland in their next match, despite being charged by UEFA for violating the basic rules of decent conduct. The England midfielder had been facing a potential ban after making an inside joke gesture during his celebration of a goal against Slovakia in the last-16 tie. However, he has been fined €30,000 and suspended for one UEFA competition match, which will not be enforced right away and will be subject to a probationary period of one year. This means that Bellingham will be available to play in the crucial quarter-final match against Switzerland.

The incident involving Bellingham was part of a larger investigation by UEFA, which also resulted in a €10,000 fine for the England Football Association due to crowd disturbances during the Slovakia match. Additionally, there was a €1,000 fine for the lighting of fireworks during the game. Despite these penalties, England will have Bellingham on the field for their next match.