Watch the moment Bellingham nearly clashed with Queiroz and Paintsil

English midfielder Jude Bellingham was involved in a heated exchange following the Black Stars’ 0-0 draw against England in the 2026 FIFA World Cup on June 23, 2026.

Ghana pulled off what many thought was impossible, fighting relentlessly to secure a draw against the Three Lions and earning a crucial point.

After the second round of matches, Ghana and England are level on four points, occupying the first and second positions, while Croatia sit third with three points and Panama remain bottom with zero after their second defeat.

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At the final whistle, the Real Madrid star was seen approaching Black Stars assistant coach John Paintsil. Initially smiling, Paintsil quickly turned visibly angry after Bellingham raised his hand and made a comment.

Paintsil appeared furious and attempted to confront Bellingham but was restrained by Ghana’s technical staff, while the midfielder was escorted away.

Head coach Carlos Queiroz, who also witnessed the incident, reacted angrily and followed Bellingham in an attempt to vent his frustration.

The situation nearly escalated, but players on the pitch and England head coach Thomas Tuchel intervened to restore calm.

Neither Paintsil nor Queiroz has commented on the incident or explained what triggered the confrontation.

Watch the video below:

Did Carlos Queiroz actually say the F word to Bellingham? What exactly went wrong in that moment? pic.twitter.com/7OtTu2XYc1

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