There won’t be a brother-versus-brother moment in the Club World Cup quarter-finals, as Jobe Bellingham will miss the match against Real Madrid. He received his second yellow card of the tournament during Borussia Dortmund’s 2-1 win over CF Monterrey in the Round of 16, which means he’s suspended for the next game. That match would have been his first competitive meeting with his older brother, Jude Bellingham.
“It’s really disappointing for him and for all of us,” said Dortmund’s sporting director Sebastian Kehl. “That was the story we all wanted to see. He was so excited to play against his brother. Now we have to support him and lift his spirits.”
Coach Niko Kovac also shared his thoughts, saying, “Everyone could see how upset he was. He didn’t realise that a second yellow meant an automatic suspension.”
Bellingham got to the ball too late when he tackled Monterrey’s Nelson Deossa in the 28th minute, which earned him a yellow card. Earlier, he had received his first yellow card during the group stage in Dortmund’s 1-0 win over Ulsan HD from South Korea.
After joining Borussia Dortmund in early June, the 19-year-old quickly became a regular starter in the Club World Cup, playing in every match since making his debut in the opening game against Fluminense.
FAQ
What was the sibling showdown about?
The “sibling showdown” referred to the anticipated match between Jobe Bellingham and his older brother Jude Bellingham, who plays for Real Madrid. Fans were excited to see the two brothers face off on the pitch.
Why was Jobe Bellingham suspended?
Jobe Bellingham received a suspension due to disciplinary reasons—either from receiving a red card, accumulating too many yellow cards, or a breach of conduct, depending on the match context.
When was the Madrid clash scheduled to happen?
The match was scheduled shortly after the news broke, making the timing of Jobe’s suspension a major disappointment for fans.
Which team does Jobe Bellingham play for?
As of the time of the incident, Jobe Bellingham plays for [insert current club if known, e.g., Sunderland or another updated team].
Has Jobe Bellingham ever played against Jude before?
No, this would have been their first competitive match against each other at a professional level, which added to the hype.