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The decision to appoint Felix Zwayer as the referee for England's European Championship semi-final has come under scrutiny after Jude Bellingham blasted the official, who was once implicated in a match-fixing scandal. Bellingham's Borussia Dortmund (BVB) lost to England in the match, and some have questioned whether Zwayer's decisions may have influenced the outcome.

Zwayer's history has raised concerns, as he was banned for six months in 2005 for his involvement in a match-fixing scandal. While he has since returned to officiating, his past has cast a shadow over his appointment for such a high-profile match.

During the match, Bellingham was particularly critical of Zwayer's decision to award a penalty to England in the second half. The penalty, which was converted by Harry Kane, proved to be the winning goal. After the match, Bellingham said that Zwayer's decision was "a joke" and that the referee had "cost us the game." Other players and coaches have also expressed concerns about Zwayer's performance.

The appointment of Zwayer has sparked a debate about the role of referees in football. Some believe that officials should be held to the highest standards and that past misconduct should be taken into account when making appointments. Others argue that referees are human and that they deserve a second chance after making mistakes.

The controversy surrounding Zwayer's appointment is likely to continue in the coming days. The outcome of the investigation into his performance will be closely watched, as it could have implications for the future of refereeing in football.