England fans in London struggled to swallow their side’s World Cup semifinal defeat to Argentina on Wednesday, as angry supporters poured onto the streets, prompting a huge police response.

Police escorted the individual to a vehicle, but supporters repeatedly blocked the van and chanted insults at Argentina captain Lionel Messi as officers worked to keep the crowd under control.

At least one person received treatment from medical staff at the scene amid the disorder.

London police struggle to contain raging England fans after Argentina’s late World Cup comeback

Police deal with raging football fans in London after England’s World Cup semifinal defeat to Argentina on July 15, 2026. Video by Viory

England’s World Cup dream ended with a 2-1 defeat to Argentina in Atlanta. Anthony Gordon put the Three Lions ahead early in the second half, but Argentina turned the match around in less than 10 minutes. Enzo Fernandez equalized before Lautaro Martinez sealed the comeback in the fourth minute of stoppage time.

The defeat means England’s wait for another World Cup title now stretches to more than 60 years, with their only triumph coming in 1966. It also marks a fourth successive major tournament in which they have reached at least the semifinals without lifting the trophy.

Argentina will now defend their World Cup crown against Spain in the final at New York New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on Sunday, July 19.