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2026 World Cup: France fall to England after wild ten-goal thriller

France endured an emotional rollercoaster in Miami on Saturday, eventually falling 6-4 to England in a breathtaking 2026 World Cup third-place playoff. Trailing 4-0 at halftime, Les Bleus mounted a sensational comeback, fueled by Kylian Mbappé's ninth and tenth goals of the tournament, but England held on to seal victory…

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England beat France 6-4 to claim World Cup third place

Bukayo Saka scored a hat trick as England beat France 6-4 in a record-breaking World Cup third-place playoff. The Three Lions survived a dramatic French comeback to secure their best finish at the tournament since winning the title in 1966.

Euronews

FIFA World Cup 2026 Top Scorers List: Mbappé’s 10-goal lead puts him on top, but Messi has one last shot at his first Golden Boot

FIFA World Cup 2026 Top Scorers List: The Golden Boot race has a blockbuster finish lined up: Kylian Mbappé leads the FIFA World Cup 2026 scoring charts with 10 goals and a new record, but Lionel Messi still has one final chance to catch him.

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‘For Sure’—Kylian Mbappe Drops Lionel Messi Prediction for 2026 World Cup Final

Despite a record-breaking performance, Mbappé’s mood was somber, and his teammates were tearing each other apart.

Sports Illustrated

World Cup 2026: France's Mbappé becomes all-time tournament goalscorer

Kylian Mbappé made history at the World Cup by becoming the tournament's all-time leading goalscorer with 22 goals after his brace in France's third-place playoff against England. The French superstar surpassed Lionel Messi's previous record of 21 goals, cementing his legacy as one of football's greatest tournament performers.

France 24

What Lionel Messi Needs to Win 2026 World Cup Golden Boot

The greatest player of all time is chasing an incredible World Cup first.

Sports Illustrated

France vs. England Player Ratings: Superstars Defy Logic in Dizzying Game

The Three Lions secured their best World Cup finish since 1966.

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Saka hits three as England beat France in 10-goal thriller for third place

Bukayo Saka hit a hat trick as England edged past France 6-4 on Saturday afternoon to claim a zany bronze medal match in Miami.

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Mbappe Raises Stakes for Messi in Golden Boot Race, Sets New All-Time Record

The French striker became the all-time World Cup leader in goals during Saturday’s third-place match against England.

Sports Illustrated

World Cup 2026: France escape humiliation but fall to England in Deschamps' final match

England clinched third place at the World Cup with a dramatic 6-4 victory over France in Miami, with Jude Bellingham's brilliant late strike sealing the win. The Three Lions' attacking prowess proved decisive as they withstood a remarkable French second-half fightback before reasserting their dominance in stoppage time.

France 24

Saka hat-trick seals 6-4 England win over France in epic World Cup third-place playoff

England led 4-0 at half-time but needed a late Bukayo Saka penalty and a Jude Bellingham breakaway to see off France 6-4 after Kylian Mbappé’s double

The Guardian - UK

Lionel Messi’s Record for Argentina in World Cup Finals

Lionel Messi has carried Argentina to the 2026 World Cup final with 12 goal involvements.

Sports Illustrated

France-England: Bellingham ends Les Bleus' comeback in Deschamps' farewell

England clinched third place at the World Cup with a dominant 6-4 victory over France in Miami, with Bukayo Saka's hat trick proving decisive. The Three Lions' attacking prowess overwhelmed Didier Deschamps' rotated France side in his final match as manager after 14 years in charge. Relive the match with…

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France, England Chase Consolation Glory — and Golden Boot Points — in Miami

France meet England in Miami for World Cup bronze. Mbappé could tie the all-time scoring record as both sides rotate heavily.

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FIFA World Cup 2026: Lamine Yamal, Pelé, Mbappé and more, all-time youngest players to feature in finals

With the upcoming final, Spain's Lamine Yamal and Pau Cubarsí are poised to etch their names into the World Cup record books as the youngest-ever finalists. They step into a rarefied circle of players under twenty, sharing the stage with legends like Pelé from 1958 and Kylian Mbappé from 2018,…

The Guardian - US

World Cup schedule today: How to watch France v England, TV channels & live stream Saturday 18 July

What’s happening in the World Cup today? Here is the schedule for Saturday 18 July, including kick-off times, TV channels and live stream options

The Economic Times

France vs England FIFA World Cup 2026: India time, live streaming, venue, squads and match preview

France and England will compete for third place in the FIFA World Cup 2026. Both teams aim to finish the tournament with a victory and secure the bronze medal. France lost to Spain, while England suffered a late defeat against Argentina. This match marks Didier Deschamps' final game as France's…

Sports Illustrated

Three Key Factors That Make Spain the World’s Best Team

La Roja is a game away from its second World Cup triumph.

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World Cup 2026 : Deschamps last dance

The match no one wants to play kicks off on Saturday in Miami. However, it is not because there is no trophy up for grabs that there is nothing to play for, England are hoping to get their hands on their best result in 60 years, whilst France looks to…

France 24

Disappointed France and England to face off in third place World Cup match

France and England meet for their final World Cup match on Saturday competing for third place after failing to reach Sunday's final. Neither of the disappointed teams seems to relish the prospect of the clash: "The best thing for France and England would be for this match not to exist,"…

Sports Illustrated

France vs. England—World Cup: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

France and England suffered devastating semifinal defeats earlier in the week.

Sports Illustrated

Why France and England Are Playing in a World Cup Bronze Final

Thomas Tuchel has admitted he’d rather not play in the World Cup oddity.

Sports Illustrated

Lionel Messi vs Kylian Mbappe for Golden Boot on Kalshi

There is no bigger stage than the World Cup final and third-place game to settle the Golden Boot. “Markets now favor Lionel Messi over Kylian Mbappé to win his

Sports Illustrated

Rodri Is the Galactico Real Madrid Desperately Need to Sign This Summer

The Spain midfielder has dominated at the World Cup in a position of weakness for Madrid.

The Guardian - UK

It’s the end of the World Cup as England know it

In today’s Football Daily: Argentina knock out England, again

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