Jude Bellingham Faces Scrutiny Over Red Card and Referee Misunderstanding

The Real Madrid midfielder disputes the referee's interpretation of his language during a La Liga match, while Barcelona's coach labels his behavior disrespectful.

Jude Bellingham was sent off in Real Madrid's 1-1 draw against Osasuna after referee Jose Munuera Montero interpreted his language as offensive dissent.
Bellingham and coach Carlo Ancelotti argue that the referee misunderstood the phrasing, claiming he said 'f--- off' to himself rather than 'f--- you' to the official.
The incident has sparked discussions in Spain about the nuances of English profanity and its interpretation in high-pressure sports settings.
Barcelona coach Hansi Flick criticized Bellingham's actions as disrespectful and advised his players to avoid arguing with referees to prevent similar situations.
The red card adds to Real Madrid's frustrations with recent refereeing decisions, as the club has filed formal complaints over perceived officiating errors in La Liga matches.