Need to knowEngland crashed out of the World Cup after failing to hang onto their lead against Argentina, who have booked their place in the tournament's final against Spain06:25, 16 Jul 2026Updated 06:31, 16 Jul 2026Lionel Messi helped Argentina to victory but not without controversy(Image: Richard Pelham/Getty Images)Everything you need to know after the World Cup final was confirmed and England crashed out of the tournament to ArgentinaEngland crashed out of the World Cup with a devastating semi-final defeat against Argentina. The Three Lions led through Anthony Gordon before Enzo Fernandez and Lautaro Martinez sent the South American side into the final against Spain.Before the match, ex-England striker Alan Shearer got in trouble with staff in Atlanta. The Newcastle legend strayed onto the pitch in an attempt to greet Dan Burn when he was not permitted to.Fiery full-time scenes saw Jude Bellingham slap Valentin Barco. The England midfielder instigated the clash, but Barco had earlier prompted fury when he left the substitutes' bench to celebrate in front of his opponents instead of his team-mates during the match.Bellingham, England's best player in the tournament, was spotted in the stands with his family following the match. The 23-year-old appeared to be in tears as he buried his head into his father's shoulder.Anger has also been directed at Thomas Tuchel for England's defensive tactics. BBC pundit Chris Sutton questioned whether the German is the right person to continue in charge of the team.Wayne Rooney suggested Tuchel 'surrendered'. The ex-England captain said the manager's changes made the team lose belief.Nevertheless, the former Chelsea boss still has the backing of the FA and is under contract until after Euro 2028. Tuchel also committed himself to staying in the role: "I have a contract until the home Euros and I’m looking forward to that even like now it is difficult to look that far ahead."Argentina face a punishment for unfurling a flag that read "The Malvinas are Argentine" after their World Cup semi-final win over England.“Equipment must not have any political, religious or personal slogans, statements or images. Players must not reveal undergarments that show political, religious, personal slogans, statements or images, or advertising other than the manufacturer’s logo,” IFAB’s rulebook states. “For any offence the player and/or the team will be sanctioned by the competition organiser, national football association or by FIFA."Viewers, meanwhile, were frustrated that Lionel Messi was not punished during the clash. The talismanic figure appeared to stamp on Djed Spence in the build-up to Argentina's second goal, sparking controversy after many were frustrated that VAR was not used. Many fans were left furious after seeing the footage online, leading to more conspiracy theories that Argentina are receiving favoured treatment at the World Cup.Jordan Pickford made a lewd gesture towards supporters by grabbing his private parts following England's opening goal. There was, however, karma for the keeper as his punishment saw Cristian Romero celebrate right in his face after Argentina's winning goal.Argentina's stars, including Messi, were also spotted chuckling after discovering Pickford's water bottle. It had the shotstopper's instructions in case of a penalty shootout.While the match ended with some aggressive confrontations, Marc Guehi wished Lionel Messi luck when he passed him in the mixed zone. The Manchester City defender commented as Messi completed his media duties.Follow the latest news and fallout from England's World Cup exit: England LIVE REACTION as World Cup failure vs Argentina sees Thomas Tuchel heavily criticised