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Jude Bellingham triggers outrage after striking Argentina player post-loss

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 16, 2026, 12:33 AM

Last updated Jul 16, 2026

Jude Bellingham triggers outrage after striking Argentina player post-loss

Summary

Jude Bellingham faced backlash after a heated incident following England's 2-1 semifinal loss to Argentina on July 15, 2026, in the FIFA World Cup. Captured on video, Bellingham struck Argentine defender Valentín Barco during the opposing team's celebration. The confrontation led to chaos as players from both teams intervened. Fans expressed their anger online, criticizing Bellingham’s actions as uncharacteristic of a professional athlete. Despite the setback, England is set to play France in the third-place match on July 18, 2026.

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By the Numbers

•England loses 2-1 to Argentina in World Cup semifinal.
•Bellingham strikes Barco during post-match celebrations.
•Incident draws sharp criticism from fans online.
•England will face France in the third-place match on July 18.

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12:33 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Unlikable and insufferable’: Jude Bellingham sparks outrage for ‘getting violent’ after World Cup loss

What they're saying

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England superstar Jude Bellingham has had a dominant run through the 2026 FIFA World Cup, but that World Cup run ended in heartbreak on Wednesday with the team falling to Argentina in the semifinals. After the match, Bellingham clearly let his frustration get the best of him. As Argentina celebrated on the field following their…
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