Why Bellingham was not sent off for covering his mouth

Players can now be sent off when covering their mouths, with Paraguay's Miguel Almiron receiving a one-match ban [Getty Images]A picture of England midfielder Jude Bellingham covering his mouth while talking to Ghana's Jordan Ayew has caused controversy.A law was brought in for the 2026 World Cup which says a player can be sent off if they hide their mouth when speaking to an opponent.Fifa president Gianni Infantino requested it was introduced after Benfica winger Gianluca Prestianni was given a