UEFA has launched an investigation into Jude Bellingham, who gestured towards the Slovakia bench indicating his "genital organ".

English national team player Jude Bellingham made a gesture pointing to his 'genital organ' after scoring the equalizing goal against Slovakia in the round of 16 of EURO 2024. UEFA has taken action on this celebration.

UEFA INITIATES INVESTIGATION

UEFA has initiated a disciplinary investigation against the player following allegations that the English star directed his post-goal gesture towards the Slovakian bench. In its statement, UEFA announced that the Ethics and Disciplinary Inspector will conduct a disciplinary investigation into the possible violation of fundamental principles of good conduct allegedly committed by English player Jude Bellingham during this match.

BELLINGHAM'S STATEMENT

Bellingham stated that this gesture was a joke directed at his close friends in the stands. In his post-match statement, Bellingham said, "It was nothing but respect for Slovakia's performance tonight."