Why Jude Bellingham Avoided Red Card for Covering Mouth During Ghana Game

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Why Jude Bellingham Avoided Red Card for Covering Mouth During Ghana Game

Bellingham avoided punishment because FIFA’s mouth-covering rule depends on context, not the gesture alone. Veteran referee Pierluigi Collina said friendly chats can continue “without any problem,” while confrontational ones can bring red cards. Bellingham's exchange with Jordan Ayew was not judged hostile. Earlier, Miguel Almiron was sent off after covering his mouth during a confrontational moment against Türkiye.

By Nischay Rathore

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