Pep Guardiola has expressed a lack of sympathy for Jude Bellingham and Real Madrid regarding Bellingham's recent red card for swearing at a referee. Despite claims from Bellingham and Madrid that there was a difference in the language used, Guardiola emphasized that the key issue is the intention behind the words. He stressed that referees deserve respect and noted that he rarely discusses officiating with his players. This comes ahead of the crucial Champions League clash between Manchester City and Real Madrid, where Bellingham remains a key player.
"My English is good, but I don't understand the difference between f--- off and f--- you. But what's important is the intention, not the insult."
"There have always been decisions. You should ask Jude what his intention was. That's what matters."
"I would not say never, ever but rarely do I talk about the referees with my players."
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