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 on Saturday.

The Royal Spanish Football Federation issued a two-game ban to Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham for verbally abusing a referee, the governing body for soccer in the country announced Wednesday.

Jude Bellingham, who is serving a suspension, joined new girlfriend Ashlyn Castro in the stands to watch Real Madrid’s clash with Girona.

Real Madrid have lost their appeal against the two-match suspension given to Jude Bellingham for swearing at a referee. The England midfielder was shown a straight red card during the first half of his side's 1-1 La Liga draw with Osasuna on 15 February.

Spain's soccer federation (RFEF) said referees are sickened by the abuse Jose Munuera Montero has received since showing Real Madrid's Jude Bellingham a red card, with the situation reflecting the hate and verbal violence match officials endure.

Real Madrid reacted to Barcelona and Atletico Madrid’s wins on Saturday by comfortably beating Girona on Sunday. After a defeat and two draws in La Liga, the 2-0 win against Girona means Los Blancos are second but level on points with Hansi Flick’s team, and one ahead of Diego Simeone’s.

Jude Bellingham has admitted Kylian Mbappe is now "flying" at Real Madrid as he warned teams across Europe they will struggle to stop the Frenchman. After his high-profile free transfer to Madrid during the summer,