Prince Harry offered a candid reaction when asked about his feelings regarding England’s narrow defeat in the 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-final against Argentina. While attending the TIME100 Sports Gala in New York City on Thursday, July 16, the Prince was asked if he felt saddened by the outcome. He responded simply and directly: "Of course!"
The match, held in Atlanta on Wednesday, July 15, saw Thomas Tuchel’s England side take an early lead in the second half through Anthony Gordon, who was assisted by Morgan Rogers. Despite limited possession following the goal, England defended resolutely for much of the match, with goalkeeper Jordan Pickford producing a series of vital saves. However, the lead vanished in the 85th minute when Enzo Fernandez scored a long-range equalizer following a setup by Lionel Messi. The heartbreak continued for the Three Lions in the 92nd minute as Lautaro Martinez scored the winner, again set up by Messi, marking England's third consecutive World Cup semi-final exit (also 1990, 2018).
The red carpet event in New York featured notable sporting figures, including USMNT player Folarin Balogun, LeBron James, Lindsey Vonn, and Jalen Brunson. As England looks to conclude their tournament, they are scheduled to face France in a third-place play-off in Miami on Saturday, July 18. Both teams head into the match following semi-final defeats, with France’s manager Didier Deschamps missing the chance to reach three consecutive finals. Meanwhile, the race for the Golden Boot remains highly competitive, with Lionel Messi leading the tally with 8 goals and 4 assists, closely followed by Kylian Mbappe with 8 goals and 3 assists, and England’s Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham, who each have 6 goals, with Kane winning it in 2018.
