Jude Bellingham acknowledges 'silly tackle' sparking exchange with Ghana bench

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Last updated Jun 23, 2026

Jude Bellingham acknowledges 'silly tackle' sparking exchange with Ghana bench
Summary

English midfielder Jude Bellingham had a verbal exchange with Ghana manager Carlos Queiroz during halftime of England's 0-0 draw against Ghana on June 23. Bellingham admitted he instigated the moment with a 'silly tackle' that caught a Ghanaian player. Tensions escalated as Ghana's bench appealed for a yellow card, which was not awarded. Bellingham spoke to the player involved but engaged in a brief verbal spat with Queiroz as they exited the pitch. Both teams intervened to separate them.

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  • Match ended in a 0-0 draw on June 23.
  • Bellingham admitted to making a reckless tackle.
  • Ghana's bench appealed for a yellow card during the match.
  • Queiroz and Bellingham exchanged words at halftime.
  • Bellingham communicated with the player he fouled post-incident.
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Jude Bellingham and Carlos Queiroz had a heated exchange at halftime of England vs. Ghana. Bellingham explained what happened after the match.

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