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Callum Rice-Coates

Why did Jude Bellingham slap an Argentina substitute and could he face suspension?

Jude Bellingham of England fight with Valentin Barco of Argentina during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi Final match between England and Argentina at Atlanta Stadium on July 15, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Jose Breton/Pics Action/NurPhoto via Getty Images).

Jude Bellingham was visibly dejected at full-time after England’s 2-1 loss to Argentina in the World Cup semi-final.

The Real Madrid midfielder’s heroics had helped the Three Lions to the brink of a first final since 1966, but Lionel Messi and co. had other ideas.

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