‘F off!’ — Bellingham yells expletives at referee during Madrid derby

‘F off!’ — Bellingham yells expletives at referee during Madrid derby

Ayoola Kelechi 22:45 - 08.02.2025

The heat of the Madrid derby gets to everyone, including Real Madrid's Jude Bellingham

Jude Bellingham’s passion boiled over in the heat of the Madrid derby as the Real Madrid midfielder was caught on pitch-side microphones swearing at one of the officials.

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The tense encounter between Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid came amid an ongoing refereeing controversy in LaLiga, with Los Blancos recently filing a complaint over what they believe to be unfair officiating.

Bellingham’s outburst caught on mic

The Englishman, who felt wronged by a throw-in decision during the derby, let his frustration out in no uncertain terms.

Kylian Mbappe and Jude Bellingham | Imago

Bellingham was visibly frustrated when a throw-in decision went in Atletico’s favour. As the linesman stood by his call, the England international erupted, shouting, “F you, man, f off!”

The Englishman’s reaction was not entirely out of place in the intense emotions surrounding the derby, which had been overshadowed by refereeing debates even before kickoff.

Real Madrid’s growing frustration with LaLiga officiating

Bellingham’s outburst came just days after Real Madrid’s anger over a controversial decision in their 1-0 loss to Espanyol.

Real Madrid star Jude Bellingham | Imago

Carlos Romero, who had earlier escaped a red card for a reckless high-foot challenge on Kylian Mbappe, went on to score the match-winner.

Feeling wronged, Real Madrid lodged a formal complaint with the RFEF, demanding access to VAR audio from the incident. Head coach Carlo Ancelotti defended the club’s stance, insisting they were simply seeking clarity on refereeing decisions.

Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti || Image credit: Imago

Atletico Madrid reacted to their rivals’ accusation against referees, claiming that Real Madrid were only trying to unsettle officials ahead of the crucial derby.