A player from Real Madrid appears at a press conference, while in a box an umpire is shown giving a red card during a match. — Bellingham before the media and his expulsion aside | Didac Aguirre

Camara — Bellingham before the media and his expulsion aside | Didac Aguirre

The English Press Defines Bellingham's Red Card at El Sadar as Incomprehensible

Jude Bellingham's controversial expulsion at El Sadar caused a strong reaction from the British press.

16/02/2025 21:55:00h

Didac Aguirre

Jude Bellingham was the main victim of the match between Real Madrid and Osasuna. The Englishman, who was performing at a high level, was sent off after a conversation with the referee. With Munuera Montero arguing that the player insulted him in English, the English press has spoken out about it.

"That red card was very strange," is the stance the press has taken regarding this situation. While they understand Bellingham's frustration with the controversies against Real Madrid, his expulsion is not justifiable. Carlo Ancelotti himself made it clear that the player, at no point, intended to disrespect the referee.

A soccer referee argues with players from a team dressed in white during a match.

Bellingham's expulsion in the match | Didac Aguirre

"I won't talk more about the referee because I want to be on the bench next week." Through these words, Ancelotti showed his fear of the injustices of refereeing. With the Italian's statements and the English press, it is evident that the expulsion was unnecessary.

The Most Honest Opinion

At just 21 years old, Jude Bellingham has stood out for being a quite mature player. Displaying his leadership and strong mentality, it is strange to see the Englishman lose his temper in any match, especially in the most important ones. That's why, after his expulsion, Munuera Montero's explanations have not justified his decision at all.

The stance of the English press makes clear the feelings of several British fans about this situation. Aware of the type of player Bellingham is, the English have made it clear that his expulsion was quite strange despite the intensity of the match.

A player gives an interview surrounded by microphones from different media outlets.

Bellingham speaking after the expulsion | Didac Aguirre

While Real Madrid has requested explanations about this red card, Ancelotti's statements make clear the reality the club is experiencing. Having been harmed by refereeing in the past, the club fears reprisals if they express their opinion.

A Quite Questionable Reality

Because of matches like this, Real Madrid's statement has gained more strength to provoke changes in refereeing. Now having the support of the English press, the club is advancing in its plan to change the terrible reality that Spanish refereeing is experiencing.

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