World Cup chaos as Argentina followers ‘battle and throw bottles’ forward of England conflict
Hours before England play Argentina in what is expected to be a heated clash in the World Cup semi-final in Atlanta, some fans from the South American country were seen brawling with each other
The brawl was sparked between to groups of Argentinean fans (Image: @Laciguegol/X)
Footage has been shared online appearing to show Argentina fans brawling and throwing various items, including bottles and furniture, just hours before the World Cup clash with England.
World Cup chaos erupted on the streets of Atlanta in the US as we wait just a matter of hours before we find out who will join Spain in the final on Sunday (July 19).
However, tensions ahead of the vital game looked to become to much for two groups of Argentina fans as they began brawling with each other last night (July 14). Footage on social media showed bins being thrown among kicks and punches towards each other.
The incident saw rubbish bins, bottles and furniture thrown by both sides(Image: @Laciguegol/X)
It is currently unknown how the incident unfolded as the two groups squared up to each other before one appeared to back down.
However, the retreating side just picked up further things to throw before local police got involved in keeping the two groups apart.
It is currently unknown if anyone was arrested over the incident as the groups appeared to disperse following police intervention.
Benches and tables were thrown during the ugly scenes ahead of the game(Image: @Laciguegol/X)
It comes as England’s fans nerves have been eased as Thomas Tuchel has announced his Three Lions team to face Messi’s Argentina.
Morgan Rogers has been handed a start as Thomas Tuchel made three changes for England’s World Cup semi-final with Argentina.
Rogers replaced Noni Madueke on the right of the attack with full-backs Reece James and Djed Spence also coming into the side.
John Stones and Marc Guehi continue their central defensive partnership, meaning Ezri Konsa and Nico O’Reilly drop out.
Declan Rice starts again in midfield having had to come off at half-time of the Norway game still feeling the affects of a bug he picked up in Mexico.
Meanwhile, Argentina named five Premier League players in their side, with Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez, Tottenham defender Cristian Romero, Manchester United’s Lisandro Martinez, Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez and Liverpool’s Alexis Mac Allister all starting for the defending champions.
