Jude Bellingham set to avoid suspension for celebrations vs Slovakia | OneFootball

Had it not been for Jude Bellingham’s stunning bicycle kick in the dying minutes, England might well have been eliminated vs Slovakia from the ongoing European Championships.

The underdogs, after all, took the lead and were seconds away from qualifying when the Real Madrid talisman struck the equaliser for his side. Eventually, a Harry Kane goal in extra time saw the Three Lions march on.

Despite his key contribution to the team on the night, Bellingham soon came under the radar for his questionable celebration after his goal.

After all, his gesture of placing his hand near his mouth before moving it to his groin was seen as a violation of UEFA’s policies.

No suspension

With the incident still under review, it was unclear if Bellingham would get the green light to participate in England’s quarterfinal vs Switzerland later this week.

Accompanied to reports from RMC Sport, however, the midfield star will not face any such suspension and will be available for the upcoming game.

No suspension for Bellingham. (Photo by Carl Recine/Getty Images)

Instead, he will be fined a hefty sum of over €10,000 for his celebration vs Slovakia. Needless to say, this comes as a massive relief for Gareth Southgate’s side.

Bellingham’s explanation

Speaking to the media after the last game, the Real Madrid midfielder made it quite clear that he did not hold any ill-intent towards Slovakia in his celebration.

“It was an inside joke gesture towards some close friends who were at the game. I have nothing but respect for Slovakia,” he said.

With the matter now seemingly closed, Bellingham will look to continue working hard for the quarterfinal tie against Switzerland. After all, it will be one of England’s toughest tests yet in the tournament given their relatively poor form.