England stars escape punishment following awkward gesture towards Slovakia

England defeated Slovakia 2-1 in extra time to advance to the quarterfinals thanks to a late goal from Jude Bellingham and an extra-time winner from Harry Kane.

The Three Lions' narrow win qualifies them for the quarter-final where they will face Switzerland who defeated Italy.

Following their actions after the game, it was reported that the midfielders could face a ban which would see them miss the clash against Switzerland.

Declan Rice and Bellingham have both escaped a ban from UEFA after reports suggest that they could be punished for their actions.

Bellingham was caught on a video putting his hand beneath his thigh during his jubilation and making an X-rated gesture.

Declan Rice was also caught making some awkward statements towards the Slovakia bench after the game.

Rice and Slovakian manager Francesco Calzona got into a heated argument that resulted in Aaron Ramsdale having to restrain Rice.

Calzona stated that Rice's refusal to back down when he wanted to talk to the referee resulted in him pushing the midfield player from Arsenal out of the way during the altercation.

He said: "Rice was supposed to go to the referees and leave. I had to speak to the refs and he wasn’t leaving, he carried on. But then he apologised and it was all fine."

Gareth Southgate, the manager of the Three Lions, is relieved that no disciplinary action is being considered at this time, according to the Sun.

It is believed that none of the match reports issued by Uefa authorities have included the gesture.