England defeated France 6-4 in a thrilling FIFA World Cup 2026 third-place playoff, securing the bronze medal in Miami.
Bukayo Saka starred with a hat-trick, while Declan Rice, Ezri Konsa and Jude Bellingham also found the net in a remarkable attacking display. France fought back after trailing 4-0 at halftime, with Kylian Mbappe scoring twice to become the all-time leading scorer in FIFA World Cup history with 22 goals, surpassing Lionel Messi. Bradley Barcola and Ousmane Dembele also scored for France, but England held firm to claim victory.
Attention now shifts to Sunday’s final, where defending champions Argentina face Spain in New Jersey for the FIFA World Cup 2026 title.