England fan updates World Cup tattoo after Argentina elimination

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Last updated Aug 4, 2026

England fan updates World Cup tattoo after Argentina elimination
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Sean Carrington, an England fan, modified his tattoo displaying ‘England World Cup Winner 2026’ following the team's recent exit from the tournament. Initially inked after a 2-1 victory over DR Congo, Carrington's tattoo now includes the phrase ‘Just joking’. He had the amendment made free of charge at Holy Trinity Tattoo Studio in Standish. Carrington expressed that he does not regret the original tattoo and remains open to future football-related designs. England lost to Argentina 2-1 in the semi-finals but secured third place by defeating France 6-4 in the Bronze Final.

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  • Carrington spent £550 on his original tattoo.
  • The tattoo was amended to include 'Just joking' after the semi-finals.
  • England was eliminated by Argentina in a 2-1 defeat.
  • England later finished third by defeating France 6-4.
  • Holy Trinity Tattoo Studio provided the amendment at no cost.
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Sean Carrington spent £550 on a tattoo of the World Cup trophy above the words ‘England World Cup Winner 2026’ after the 2-1 win over DR Congo in the round of 32

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