There were unsavoury scenes in New York following England’s 2-1 loss to Argentina with fans involved in post-match scuffles.
The Three Lions crashed out of the World Cup at the semi-final stage in another heart-breaking episode for them.
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And some supporters were not too happy about the result as they lashed out at others in the Big Apple.
It marks a wholly disappointing end to England’s bid to win the 2026 World Cup.
Victory over Argentina would have seen the Three Lions make a first World Cup final since 1966.
England took the initiative in the 55th minute as Morgan Rogers picked out Anthony Gordon with a perfect cross for the Barcelona man to strike past Emiliano Martinez.
Thomas Tuchel then rang the changes to adopt a more defensive approach, and that only invited pressure on the England back line.
Nico Gonzalez forced Jordan Pickford into action and Alexis Mac Allister struck the woodwork either side of the second-half hydration break.
And with five minutes of normal time to go, Enzo Fernandez got the better of Pickford from 25 yards.
Lautaro Martinez then bagged the eventual winner, heading in an inch-perfect Lionel Messi cross to send Argentina into the 2026 World Cup final.
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The South American powerhouse will face Spain in Sunday’s showpiece after La Roja secured a 2-0 win over France in Tuesday’s semi-final showdown.
‘We got too passive after we scored’
England boss Tuchel has taken responsibility for the semi-final defeat to Argentina in Atlanta.
Speaking after the game, he said: “I did defensive substitutions in the last games to help the players.
“But we conceded straight away and decided to go to a back five because the gaps were far too open, they kept crossing.
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“We went to a back five to close the gaps inside and be strong in the air… straight after our goal we conceded too many chances.
“We tried to help, but of course, the responsibility is on the coach, but if it doesn’t go well, it’s easy to say I was wrong.
“I have to make a decision on the pitch. I take the responsibility.”
England will now take on France in Miami on Saturday as the European pair seek to win the bronze medal ahead of the main event on Sunday at the MetLife Stadium in New York.
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