The tension flares! Jude Bellingham hits Argentina player in the head after England’s World Cup semi-final defeat – WATCH

Jude Bellingham (Image credit: X) NEW DELHI: England star Jude Bellingham was involved in a heated confrontation with Argentina players following England’s heartbreaking 2-1 defeat in the 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-final at the Atlanta Stadium in Atlanta on Wednesday.A video that has gone viral on social media shows Bellingham first shaking hands with Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez before making an aggressive move towards defender Valentino Barca. The England midfielder appeared to tap Barca on the back of the head. The incident then turned into a heated exchange, with players from both teams pushing each other.During the match, another video also showed Bellingham arguing with Argentina captain Lionel Messi.

England’s World Cup dream is over

England faced defending champions Argentina for a place in the final at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. The Three Lions took the lead in the 55th minute but could not hold on as Argentina scored twice late on to seal a dramatic 2-1 victory.Defeat ended England’s hopes of reaching only their second FIFA World Cup final.Bellingham, who scored six goals and added two assists in this year’s tournament, failed to find the back of the net for the third straight elimination game.England will now face France in the play-off for third place.

Argentina is one win away from history

Argentina will now face Spain in Sunday’s World Cup final in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Victory would make the defending champions the first team since Brazil (1958 and 1962) to win FIFA World Cup titles.