Jude Bellingham Calls World Cup Semifinal Loss 'Devastating' for England

Jude Bellingham, England's midfielder, described the team's defeat against Argentina in the 2026 World Cup semifinal as "devastating." The loss means England will not compete for the championship title they have long sought.

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I think we can take a lot from the experience, but it's devastating, you know? I wanted to be part of an England team that finally did it, that finally crossed the line... having to tell the fans, unfortunately, the same thing they've probably been hearing for years and years... yes, it's really devastating.

"I think we can take a lot from the experience, but it's devastating, you know?" Bellingham stated in the mixed zone. "I wanted to be part of an England team that finally did it, that finally crossed the line... having to tell the fans, unfortunately, the same thing they've probably been hearing for years and years... yes, it's really devastating."

Speaking with Spanish media, the Real Madrid player added, "It's a very sad day for us. We played a good game and we fought, but in the end, it's not much." When questioned about the decisions made by coach Thomas Tuchel, Bellingham offered a brief "nothing" before leaving the mixed zone at the stadium in Atlanta.

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It's a very sad day for us, we played a good game and we fought, but in the end, it's not much.

England is scheduled to compete against France for third place in the World Cup on Saturday, with the match set to kick off at 5:00 PM local time (9:00 PM GMT) in Miami.

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