England midfielder Jude Bellingham will not face suspension for the upcoming EURO 2024 quarter-final match against Switzerland, but he has been fined €30,000 for a controversial gesture he made after scoring against Slovakia in the previous round.
During his celebration, Bellingham was seen grabbing his crotch in the direction of the Slovakia bench. The incident was investigated by UEFA, and there were concerns that Bellingham could face suspension. However, instead of a suspension, he has been given a suspended one-match ban and fined €30,000 for what was deemed as a violation of the basic rules of decent conduct.
While Bellingham will be able to play in the upcoming quarter-final match against Switzerland, he will need to ensure he behaves appropriately moving forward. Further violations could result in more severe consequences. It is a warning for Bellingham to uphold the standards of sportsmanship and respect on the field.
