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Rodri denies Lionel Messi and claims World Cup Golden Ball as only Kylian Mbappe denies Spain clean sweep

Rodri has denied Lionel Messi a second successive Golden Ball after Spain beat Argentina 1-0 in the World Cup Final

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Goals, technology and hydration breaks: How the biggest World Cup in history will be remembered

The 2026 FIFA World Cup, the largest in history with 48 teams, 104 matches and three host countries, concluded with Spain facing defending champions Argentina in the final after nearly six weeks of competition.

The Economic Times

England and France players lauded for praying together after World Cup thriller

England overcame France 6-4 in the bronze final, before players from both teams shared a moment together

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'I don't accept it': How France reacted to defeat in ten-goal England thriller as Man City star singled out

Media were unimpressed as Les Bleus shipped four before half-time

Evening Standard

Who won the last FIFA World Cup? Complete story of the 2022 final and Messi's crowning glory

Last FIFA World Cup trophy: As the countdown to the FIFA World Cup 2026 final begins, fans are revisiting the unforgettable 2022 title clash between Argentina and France. Lionel Messi finally lifted the World Cup after a dramatic penalty shootout, while Kylian Mbappe's historic hat-trick helped produce one of the…

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How Argentina won the 2022 FIFA World Cup: Lionel Messi's dream, Kylian Mbappe's hat-trick, Emiliano Martinez's historic save and the greatest final football has ever seen

How Argentina Won the FIFA World Cup 2022 Final: Argentina secured the 2022 FIFA World Cup title after a thrilling final match. Lionel Messi finally achieved his lifelong dream of winning the coveted trophy. The game featured a dramatic comeback and a tense penalty shootout victory. Emiliano Martinez made a…

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Spain and Argentina brace for World Cup final

EAST RUTHERFORD (UNITED STATES) - Lionel Messi's battle-hardened Argentina take on silky Spain in the World Cup final on Sunday as the first 48-team tournament in history reaches a climax in New Jersey.

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FIFA World Cup 2026 all records so far: Top scorers, goals, assists, clean sheets and historic milestones

FIFA World Cup 2026 records so far: The 2026 FIFA World Cup has seen numerous records shattered across its expanded format. Lionel Messi became the all-time leading scorer and assist provider in men's World Cup history. Spain's Unai Simon set a new record for consecutive clean sheet minutes in goal.…

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Top scorer in FIFA World Cup 2026: Check who now leads the current and all-time World Cup scoring list

Kylian Mbappe has become the FIFA World Cup's all-time leading goalscorer. He achieved this historic milestone after scoring two goals in a recent match. Mbappe now holds the record with twenty-two goals in twenty-two appearances. This places him ahead of Lionel Messi, who has twenty-one goals. Mbappe also leads the…

The Economic Times

Kylian Mbappe passes Lionel Messi for career World Cup scoring record with 22 goals

Kylian Mbappe scored twice for France in the third-place match. He surpassed Lionel Messi's career World Cup scoring record with his goals. Mbappe now holds the record for most career World Cup goals scored. He also leads the current tournament's Golden Boot race with ten goals. France ultimately lost their…

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup Golden Boot 2026: Third-place playoff reshapes race as Lionel Messi falls behind

FIFA world cup golden boot 2026: Kylian Mbappe became the World Cup's all-time leading scorer and moved ahead of Lionel Messi. He scored twice in France's 6-4 defeat to England in the third-place playoff. Mbappe's brace took his tournament tally to ten goals, two more than Messi's eight. England built…

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Who won FIFA World Cup 2026 France vs England match? Third-place playoff delivers 10-goal World Cup classic

Bukayo Saka scored a hat-trick as England defeated France 6-4 in a dramatic playoff match. England secured their best World Cup finish since winning the title in 1966. Kylian Mbappe scored twice for France, finishing the tournament with a record 10 goals. The high-scoring contest became the highest-scoring third-place playoff…

The Economic Times

FIFA toasts World Cup triumph as tournament draws to close

The 2026 World Cup concluded as a triumph, overcoming initial concerns about high prices and geopolitical tensions. Thrilling football and a strong feel-good factor captivated fans across the United States, Mexico, and Canada. Despite fears, the expanded 48-team format delivered exciting matches and unexpected results from debutants. Major stars like…

The Economic Times

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.

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Fifa toasts World Cup triumph as tournament draws to close

EAST RUTHERFORD, United States - It was supposed to be the World Cup weighed down by problems: sky-high prices, geopolitical tension, the shadow of conflict and the threat of brutal summer heat across the three host nations.

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026: England survive France fightback and secure third place in World Cup goalfest

England achieved third place for the first time after a 6-4 win over France. Bukayo Saka scored a hat-trick in this high-scoring playoff match. Kylian Mbappe netted twice, setting new World Cup scoring records. The ten goals set a new record for a third-place playoff game. England's victory marked their…

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England survive France fightback to secure third place in Miami goalfest

MIAMI: England held off a stunning France fightback to claim a 6-4 victory in a madcap Miami thriller on Saturday, securing third place for their best World Cup finish since their sole title triumph in 1966.

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HENRY WINTER: Jude Bellingham is England's next captain and he proved it in 20 minutes - because of course he did

FROM MIAMI: England and France played out a 10-goal thriller in the most redundant of circumstances - and yet it was a classic

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Evening Standard

England player ratings vs France: Bukayo Saka brilliance as Djed Spence delivers again

Much-changed Three Lions bounce back from Argentina heartbreak by securing third place in remarkable fashion

The Independent UK

England finally play like World Cup winners as 10-goal epic with France reveals what might have been

France 4-6 England: Bukayo Saka’s hat-trick helped Thomas Tuchel’s side finish third – but it won’t lessen the blow of semi-final defeat

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England destroyed France at the 2026 World Cup – and it’s the worst thing I’ve ever seen

The dreaded third-place play-off couldn’t get any worse, until it started going well

The Independent UK

Kylian Mbappe breaks Lionel Messi’s all-time World Cup top goalscorer record

The France No 10 has created more history in Dallas, starring for Les Bleus on Bastille Day

The Guardian - UK

France 4-6 England: World Cup third-place playoff – as it happened

Bukayo Saka scored a hat-trick before Jude Bellingham clinched a thriller as England claimed bronze

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How to watch France vs England: Free Streams, TV Channels & Kick-Off time for FIFA World Cup 2026 third place play-off

Here's how to watch France vs England for free online and from anywhere at the FIFA World Cup 2026, with broadcast details, TV channels and kick-off time included.

The Economic Times

France vs England FIFA World Cup 2026: Lineup, key players, prediction, team stats, injury news

France and England will compete for third place at the FIFA World Cup 2026. Both European giants aim to finish their campaigns on a high note. Didier Deschamps will manage France for the final time after a successful tenure. Key players like Kylian Mbappe and Harry Kane will be crucial.…

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