Nervous and excited England fans have picked up the pints at pubs and fan zones across the country for the clash against Argentina19:57, 15 Jul 2026Updated 22:34, 15 Jul 2026England fans in Benidorm inconsolable as Three Lions crash out of World CupHeartbroken England fans were left in tears after they packed out pubs and fans zones for the hotly anticipated World Cup semi-final clash with Argentina.‌The Three Lions faced old rivals Argentina in a tough match as they hoped to make it to the World Cup final - 60 years after the men's teams first and only appearance when they won in 1966. England fans celebrated and sent beer flying after Anthony Gordon scored an incredible goal in the 55th minute.‌But heads were in hands and mouths covered after Argentina's Enzo Fernandez scored just 30 minutes later to equalise, then Martinez left it 2-1 with a goal in added time.‌Tonight marked England's fourth semi-final in eight years, in what's been hailed by many as the best period for English football since we lifted the trophy in 1966. After heartbreak in 1990 and 2018, many were hoping it would be third time lucky for the Three Lions - but it just wasn't to be.The clash kicked off at 8pm UK time, 3pm local time in Atlanta, but Brits got down to the boozers early to catch a seat for the game. Nervy fans were waiting for kick off but some screenings also gave fans entertainment to help the build up pass by.‌A Jude Bellingham lookalike competition at Boxpark Shoreditch, in East London, pulled a massive crowd. Each lookalike took turns on stage with some showing off their football skills or hitting the classic Bellingham celebration - with their arms wide open.A man called Marcus won the competition and was handed a £1,966 Deliveroo voucher and a vinyl of The Beatles hits, as most fans sing Hey Jude for the young star.‌Pubs were allowed to stay open until 1am due to a temporary extension to opening hours granted by the government.Fans at Boxpark Wembley took over the site with St George's hats with the balconies officially at capacity. Fans gifted the crowd with renditions of Parklife, Let Me Entertain You, and Roll With It before kick-off.‌Some fans predicted a good win for England. Oliver Judah, 18, and pal Benny Dolman, also 18, were in optimistic spirits at the top of Wembley Park station. Benny, speaking to the Mirror, predicted a 3-1 England win, with a Harry Kane brace and Bellingham on the scoresheet. Oliver said Kane and Bellingham would take the Three Lions to a comfortable 2-0 win.The Prince of Wales said he was "gutted" following the defeat. Prince William on Instagram wrote: "Gutted. England, you gave it everything and we are all so proud of you.‌"Thank you to everyone on and off the pitch, for an incredible tournament. The fight and belief you have shown has inspired us all. The most complete England team in a tournament. Hold your heads high."Sir Keir Starmer paid tribute to England's "passion" and "energy" following their World Cup loss to Argentina in the semi-final.‌The Prime Minister, on X, wrote: "Gutted. Tonight wasn't the result we all hoped for, but this England team has given it their all. The passion and energy they've shown representing the badge has made us all proud."Pubs are expecting to sell six million extra pints on Wednesday night to fans watching the semi-final. The British Beer and Pub Association (BBPA) said pubs would expect to sell eight million pints on an average Wednesday in July, so the extra six million equates to a 75% increase.Article continues belowBBPS chief executive Emma McClarkin said: "Thanks to the World Cup, we've seen millions of extra pints sold off the back of home nations matches. Given the nail-biting stakes, we expect Wednesday to be the most successful night of the tournament, with more than six million extra pints potentially sold – which is a bigger boost than we'd normally see on a bank holiday or New Year's Eve."