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Euro 2024: Jude Bellingham Faces UEFA’s Probe Over Alleged Offensive Gesture
UEFA is investigating England midfielder Jude Bellingham for a gesture he made after his late equaliser against Slovakia in the Euro 2024 last-16 match on Sunday.
European football’s governing body is looking into a “potential violation” of the “basic rules of decent conduct” by Bellingham.
Bellingham was seen making a crotch-grabbing gesture towards the Slovakian bench after scoring an overhead kick in stoppage time.
The Real Madrid player denied that the gesture was aimed at Slovakia’s team, explaining on social media that it was an inside joke directed at some close friends.
If found guilty, the 21-year-old could face a suspension, a fine, or both.
England won 2-1 after extra time, setting up a quarter-final match with Switzerland on Saturday.
The rule in question is article 11 2b, which mandates that anyone subject to UEFA regulations must respect the “principles of ethical conduct, loyalty, integrity, and sportsmanship.”
Conduct that is “insulting or otherwise violates the basic rules of decent conduct” could be in breach of this rule.
Responding to the incident on social media, Bellingham said, “It was an inside joke gesture towards some close friends who were at the game. Nothing but respect for how the Slovakia team played tonight.”
Cristiano Ronaldo was fined but avoided a ban for making a similar gesture while celebrating a goal for Juventus against Atletico Madrid in a Champions League last-16 second leg tie in 2019. Atletico boss Diego Simeone was also fined for making the gesture during the first leg.
Austin Eguavoen, the interim manager of the Super Eagles, stated that he will decide today whether Victor Osimhen will start in the match against the Republic of Benin.
The teams are set to face off in a 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier on Saturday evening at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo.
Osimhen was the last player to join the Super Eagles camp, as he needed to finalize his future after not securing a move to Chelsea or Al Ahli from Napoli during the summer transfer window.
The 25-year-old ultimately signed a loan deal with Turkish club Galatasaray on Thursday and then joined his teammates for training in Uyo.
Regarding whether Osimhen will be in the starting lineup against Benin, Eguavoen mentioned at the pre-match press conference:
“To determine that, considering we have a squad of 23 players, I need to reflect overnight before making the decision on who will start tomorrow.”
Al Hilal superstar, Neymar, has claimed Real Madrid’s Rodrygo is one of the best five players in the world.
Rodrygo is one of the big names that was excluded from the 30-man shortlist for the 2024 Ballon d’Or released on Wednesday.
The Brazilian made over 50 appearances for Madrid, as they won both the LaLiga and Champions League titles last season.
Rodrygo scored 17 goals for the Spanish giants and has moved on to 27 senior caps for his country.
All of those achievements have been overlooked by France Football, the organizers of the Ballon d’Or.
In reaction, Neymar Jr posted on social media in support of his 23-year-old international colleague: “Minimum top 5 in the world! Ace.”
CREDIT: DAILY POST
Victor Osimhen’s proposed move from Napoli to Chelsea has collapsed.
The 26-year-old has been linked with a move to the Blues, despite keen interest from Al Ahli.
However, Osimhen was not able to reach an agreement with the Premier League.
This leaves the Nigerian striker’s future up in the air, as he has been frozen out by Antonio Conte in Naples.
Conte has also brought in Romelu Lukaku to lead his attack this season.
There is little hope that Osimhen could yet leave Italy, as the transfer window in Saudi Arabia closes on Monday, September 2.
Al Ahli are ready to pay Napoli between €75/80m for Osimhen.
They have also offered the player a four-year contract, which will see him earn around £33.6m (€40m) a season – or £646,154 per-week – tax-free.
CREDIT: DAILY POST
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