Jude Bellingham slaps Valentin Barco after gloating in World Cup match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 16, 2026, 2:45 PM
Last updated Jul 16, 2026
Jude Bellingham slapped Valentin Barco following Argentina's victory over England in the World Cup semifinals on July 16, 2026. The incident occurred after Barco celebrated in front of England players following Enzo Fernández's equalizing goal. A video surfaced showing Barco's exuberance, which likely prompted Bellingham's reaction. England will face France for third place in Miami on July 17, while Argentina prepares for the final against Spain in East Rutherford on July 19.
- •Bellingham slapped Barco after Argentina's semi-final win.
- •Argentina equalized through Enzo Fernández's goal.
- •Barco celebrated aggressively, provoking Bellingham.
- •England faces France in the third-place match.
- •Argentina will meet Spain in the World Cup final.
- 2:45 PMYahoo Sports — Did Jude Bellingham slap Valentin Barco over Argentina goal gloating?
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