PIX: After heartbreaking defeat, England players find solace in WAGs and kids

Some England soccer players sobbed while others were consoled by their families after their dreams were dashed by Croatia on Wednesday night.

IMAGE: Dele Alli of England kisses his girlfriend Ruby Mae following the FIFA World Cup semis match against Croatia. Photograph: Alexander Hassenstein/Getty Images

Dele Alli planted a kiss girlfriend Ruby Mae’s cheek after he climbed into the stands to greet his family .

IMAGE: Kieran Trippier of England speaks with his family. Photograph: Matthias Hangst/Getty Images

Kieran Trippier, whose free kick put England ahead in the fifth minute, cuddled his daughter and while wife Charlotte looked on in the stands.

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Goalkeeper Jordan Pickford was seen being comforted in the stands by his fiancée Megan Davison .

IMAGE: Kyle Walker of England hugs his wife Annie Kilner and his daughter. Photograph: Alexander Hassenstein/Getty Images

Defender Kyle Walker carried his daughter in his arm and hugged his wife.

IMAGE: England players are consoled by their families. Photograph: Shaun Botterill/Getty Images

Harry Maguire’s Maguire's family rallied round him

IMAGE: Gareth Southgate, manager of England is consoled by his family members. Photograph: Alexander Hassenstein/Getty Images

England manager Gareth Southgate was greeted by his wife and children.

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