How Many Games Will Jude Bellingham Miss for Real Madrid Through Suspension? | OneFootball

Jude Bellingham faces a lengthy suspension after referee José Munuera Montero handed him a straight red card for dissent.

Real Madrid were at the center of another refereeing controversy at the weekend in their 1–1 draw against Osasuna. The defending Spanish and European champions were forced to play over 50 minutes with 10 men after Bellingham was controversially sent off on the brink of halftime.

The England international expressed his frustration with some of the referee's decisions and received a straight red card for his comments that Montero deemed worthy of a trip to the locker room. Bellingham and video footage confirmed the midfielder said, "F--- off" to himself, but the referee insists he said, "F--- you."

Despite the conflicting reports, Bellingham still must serve the consequences for the booking and could be relegated to the sidelines for an extended period.

How Many Games Will Jude Bellingham Miss for Real Madrid Through Suspension?

Bellingham will miss two matches for Real Madrid. The midfielder faced up to a 12-game suspension for addressing an official in an offensive manner, but he was only handed a two-match ban.

The England international will miss Real Madrid's La Liga clashes with Girona on Feb. 23 and Real Betis on Mar. 2. Real Madrid intend to appeal the decision.

Can Jude Bellingham Play for Real Madrid vs. Manchester City?

Yes, Bellingham can still play for Real Madrid against Manchester City in the second leg of the Champions League knockout phase playoffs. The repercussions of the midfielder's red card do not carry over to the Champions League.

The news is a major boost for Los Blancos, especially after Bellingham bagged the stoppage time winner against Pep Guardiola's men at the Etihad in the first leg.