Off the PitchMirror FootballUnverified source· 24 Jul 2026
New footage shows Bellingham's clash with World Cup referee
Unseen ref cam footage captures Jude Bellingham's fury at the official after England's World Cup exit.
J. Bellingham
player
Who
Jude Bellingham
What
Clashed with referee Ismail Elfath after England's defeat
When
World Cup semi-final
Where
Not specified
What happened. New ref cam footage shows Jude Bellingham lambasting referee Ismail Elfath for 'shocking decisions' after England's World Cup semi-final defeat to Argentina.
- Argentina committed 12 fouls in the first half but received only one yellow card.
- Bellingham was fouled four times while trying to counterattack.
- Elfath was labeled Lionel Messi's favourite official before the match.
The footage adds to lingering frustration over officiating in England's World Cup exit.
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