Jude Bellingham 10 during the 2026 FC Series at Raymond James Stadium / Argentina and England players clash at the full-time whistle

Jude Bellingham was seen striking Argentina's Valentin Barco following England's heartbreaking World Cup semi-final exit, but new footage has emerged suggesting the Real Madrid star was heavily provoked.

Bellingham also had a tense moment with Argentine star player Lionel Messi earlier in the game, though the English footballer later downplayed the incident

After Argentina defeated England 2-1 behind a stunning late rally, Jude Bellingham did not appear to take it well. The 23-year-old England midfielder capped off a contentious loss with a heated exchange with multiple players in the minutes after the final whistle blew.

After Argentina defeated England in the FIFA semifinal, a false statement allegedly given by Harry Kane is going viral online. Here’s what Kane actually said about Messi:

After Argentina's 2-1 comeback win over England in the FIFA World Cup semifinal on Wednesday in Atlanta, England midfielder Jude Bellingham was seen slapping Argentina midfielder Valentín Barco in the back of the head while he wasn't looking,

Every item on this page was chosen by a Town & Country editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy. At the 2026 World Cup, Jude Bellingham has been one of England’s most important players, scoring in multiple games as the team ...

Anthony Gordon put the Three Lions ahead on 55 minutes in a pretty level contest, but then the game changed dramatically. Rather than press home their advantage, England retreated and Argentina totally dominated the final half hour,