David Beckham rallies fans after World Cup ‘heartbreak’

The former Manchester United and Real Madrid footballer was at the semi final yesterday evening (July 16) and watched as England were agonisingly beaten 2-1 by Argentina.

After Anthony Gordon opened the scoring for the Three Lions in the 55th minute, Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez scored in the 85th and Lautaro Martinez hit the winner in the 92nd.

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Sir David was at the match at the Atlanta Stadium with his wife Victoria, and both could be seen celebrating England’s opening goal.

Sir David Beckham, right, looks on before the start of the World Cup semi-final (Image: Jacob Kupferman/AP)

The pair have lived in west Oxfordshire for several years, sharing a mansion in the Cotswolds where they keep animals such as chickens.

After the defeat, Becks took to social media to try and rally disheartened England fans after the defeat.

He said: “Heartbreak for us all but memories that inspire and last forever… Thank you to our team, our fans & our country for what you have given us in this World Cup.”

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His wife shared heart emojis in response to his statement as did many other members of the public with the post racking up over 750,000 likes.

Following the defeat to Argentina, Lionel Messi’s men will play Spain in the World Cup final this Sunday.

England will face France in the 3rd/4th Place Play-Off on Saturday.