Jude Bellingham shares bus driver's World Cup poem after England's exit

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Last updated Jul 17, 2026

Jude Bellingham shares bus driver's World Cup poem after England's exit
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Jude Bellingham posted an emotional poem by England's bus driver Michael Chandler on Instagram after the team's semi-final loss to Argentina at the World Cup. England led the match until a late comeback from Argentina, resulting in a 2-1 defeat. Bellingham thanked supporters for their encouragement throughout the tournament and urged the nation to maintain unity. Tensions flared during the match, with Bellingham involved in a confrontation with Lionel Messi and appearing to slap an Argentine substitute at full-time. The aftermath of England's exit leaves questions regarding coach Thomas Tuchel's tactical decisions during the match.

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  • England lost 2-1 to Argentina in the World Cup semi-finals.
  • Jude Bellingham shared a poem titled 'The Lions Way' on Instagram.
  • Bellingham thanked fans for their support during the tournament.
  • He had a heated exchange with Lionel Messi during the match.
  • There are concerns regarding coach Thomas Tuchel's tactics.
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England’s bus driver Michael Chandler penned a touching tribute to the country’s World Cup campaign after their heartbreaking exit

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