Jude Bellingham and Jordan Ayew. Image via: AFPJude Bellingham risked becoming one of the biggest talking points of England’s World Cup campaign after appearing to fall under scrutiny from a newly introduced disciplinary rule during Tuesday’s 0-0 draw with Ghana in Boston.The England midfielder endured a frustrating evening as the Three Lions failed to break down a disciplined Ghana side in Group L. While the result left England in a strong position to reach the knockout stage, attention quickly shifted to Bellingham after television images showed him covering his mouth while speaking to Ghana forward Jordan Ayew during the match.Jude Bellingham risked a red card in England’s World Cup against Ghana Jude Bellingham and Jordan Ayew. Image via: Getty ImagesThe incident gained significance because of a recent rule introduced by the International Football Association Board. Under the regulation, “any player covering their mouth in a confrontational situation with an opponent may be sanctioned with a red card.”Although Bellingham was not punished, the images sparked debate, given that Paraguay’s Miguel Almiron had already become the first player sent off under the rule earlier in the tournament.The Real Madrid midfielder was involved in several heated moments throughout the match. Shortly before halftime, he committed a late challenge on Ghana defender Jerome Opoku near the technical areas and escaped without receiving a yellow card.Tensions escalated further as players headed toward the tunnel. Bellingham became involved in a verbal confrontation with Ghana coach John Paintsil, while manager Carlos Queiroz also appeared to exchange words with the England star before staff members intervened.England manager Thomas Tuchel eventually replaced Bellingham with Morgan Rogers in the 73rd minute as England searched for a breakthrough that never arrived.Jude Bellingham wins Man of the Match AwardDespite a relatively quiet performance by his standards, Bellingham was named Player of the Match through the tournament’s fan vote system.The midfielder himself appeared surprised by the decision and immediately shifted credit toward Ghana’s defensive display.“I didn’t deserve it… it probably should have gone to one of their lads who defended so well,” Bellingham said.“I had a couple of moments but it was hard to get into the game. I’m grateful for whoever voted, but it probably should have gone to one of their lads who defended so well.”Ghana’s compact shape limited England’s attacking rhythm throughout the contest, forcing Harry Kane and company into a series of difficult chances rather than clear openings.What did Jude Bellingham say about England’s World Cup against Ghana?Bellingham described the result as another example of England struggling in the second match of a major tournament group stage.“Fair play to them. Like always, second game fever with England – win the first one and do well, draw the second. But it’s OK.“They played for a draw as it would have seen them through. Fair play to them.”England remain level with Ghana on four points heading into Saturday’s final group-stage fixture against Panama. With qualification still in their hands, the focus now shifts to whether Tuchel’s side can rediscover its attacking edge and secure top spot in Group L.