The highly anticipated brother vs brother showdown between Jude and Jobe Bellingham in the Club World Cup quarterfinal between Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund will not happen. Just days before the historic clash, Jobe Bellingham was ruled out due to a one-match suspension.

What Led to Jobe’s Suspension?

Jobe Bellingham received two yellow cards in separate matches earlier in the tournament—one against Ulsan HD and another in the match versus Monterrey.

According to FIFA Club World Cup regulations, two bookings in different games automatically result in a one-game suspension, making him ineligible to face Real Madrid.

Did Jobe Know He Was Suspended?

According to sources close to the player, Jobe Bellingham was unaware of his suspension. He reportedly found out at halftime during the match against Monterrey, delivering an emotional blow.

The young Borussia Dortmund midfielder had been eagerly looking forward to facing his older brother Jude for the first time in a professional match.

How Did Dortmund React?

Head coach Niko Kovač and his staff were quick to console Jobe, expressing frustration over the missed opportunity. The situation was especially difficult given the personal and symbolic significance of the potential matchup.

While fans will have to wait a bit longer for the Bellingham derby, Real Madrid vs Borussia Dortmund remains one of the marquee ties of the 2025 Club World Cup quarterfinals—even if it’s missing one emotionally charged subplot.