England and France engage in high-scoring World Cup third-place match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 19, 2026, 4:49 AM
Last updated Jul 19, 2026
The World Cup third-place game between England and France features an explosive first half, ending 4-0 in favor of England after goals from Declan Rice and Bukayo Saka. France responds with three quick goals in the second half, narrowing the gap to 4-3. Saka completes his hat trick with a penalty, making the score 5-3. The game showcases Kylian Mbappé breaking the World Cup goals record with two goals, while Michael Olise sets a new record for assists in the tournament. The match continues as both teams demonstrate attacking prowess.
- •England leads 4-0 at halftime after an early scoring surge.
- •Mbappé scores twice, making him the all-time World Cup goals leader with 22.
- •Saka scores a hat trick, extending England's lead to 5-3 with a penalty.
- •Olise sets a record for most assists in a World Cup with 7.
- 4:49 AMYahoo Sports — The World Cup third-place game was absurd ― I loved it | Opinion
"The third-place game between England and France in the World Cup was laughable. Still, I loved it so much.
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