Jude Bellingham faces UEFA investigation over gesture
England midfielder under investigation for potential breach of conduct rules
Bellingham faces possible suspension after gesture following late equaliser against Slovakia
UEFA is investigating England midfielder Jude Bellingham for a gesture he made following his late equaliser against Slovakia in Sunday's Euro 2020 match. The 17-year-old Borussia Dortmund player was seen grabbing his crotch after scoring the goal that salvaged a 1-1 draw for England.
UEFA has confirmed that it has opened a disciplinary investigation into Bellingham's conduct. The governing body said in a statement that it would "take appropriate action" if it finds that Bellingham has breached its rules.
Bellingham could face a suspension if he is found guilty of misconduct. The length of any suspension would be determined by UEFA's disciplinary panel.
The incident has sparked a debate about the appropriateness of Bellingham's gesture. Some people have argued that it was a harmless celebration, while others have condemned it as disrespectful.
Bellingham has not yet commented on the investigation.
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