An discussion regarding translation and the cultural nuances of English profanity has emerged in Spain after Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham was sent off for allegedly verbally abusing a referee last Saturday.
Bellingham, 21, received a red card during the 1-1 La Liga match against Osasuna, as referee Jose Munuera Montero believed the England forward directed foul language at him. However, both Bellingham and his coach, Carlo Ancelotti, contend that the official misunderstood the situation.
An unlikely debate about translation and cultural interpretations of English profanity has ignited in Spain after Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham was sent off for verbally abusing a referee