"Dortmund had fumbled a 3-1 lead at St Pauli, in part because rookie defender Filippo Mane was shown a red card in the 85th minute right before the hosts scored two goals to make it a draw. But Bellingham Sr felt subbing off his son so early and witnessing what he deemed to be a rather dull style of football was enough to butt heads with Kehl and indirectly criticise Kovac's work."
"The club reiterated afterwards that only players, coaches and officials were allowed in such areas as the players' tunnel. Meanwhile, managing director Lars Ricken said the club had built a "trusting relationship" with the Bellingham family over the years and that they were waiting to see their son after his first Bundesliga game. "They stood at the entrance to the locker room and also spoke emotionally with Sebastian, which isn't a problem at all based on the relationship. Everything was cleared up already," he added."
Jobe Bellingham began the season with promise following strong showings at the Club World Cup and in pre-season. He started the Bundesliga opener for Borussia Dortmund but was substituted at half-time against St Pauli. His father, Mark Bellingham, entered the players' tunnel and confronted sporting director Sebastian Kehl, upset by the early substitution and the perceived style of play. Dortmund conceded a draw after losing a 3-1 lead, partly due to a late red card for Filippo Mane. The club stressed tunnel access rules, said the matter was cleared up, and Jobe subsequently saw reduced playing time.
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