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England claims third place after scoring six against France at World Cup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 19, 2026, 9:07 AM

Last updated Jul 19, 2026

England claims third place after scoring six against France at World Cup

Summary

England triumphed over France 6-4 in the third-place play-off at the 2026 World Cup, held at Miami's Hard Rock Stadium. The Three Lions surged ahead in the first half with goals from Declan Rice, Ezri Konsa, and a brace by Bukayo Saka. France attempted a comeback after halftime, led by Kylian Mbappé's two goals and a strike from Bradley Barcola. However, Saka netted a penalty for England before Ousmane Dembélé pulled one back, while Jude Bellingham sealed the scoring. With this victory, England returns to the World Cup podium for the first time since 1966, while France finishes fourth under Didier Deschamps, who managed his last match.

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By the Numbers

•England defeats France 6-4 in the World Cup third-place match.
•The match took place at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami.
•England led 6-2 before France added two late goals.
•Bukayo Saka scored two goals and converted a penalty.
•Didier Deschamps managed France in his final match.

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Mike Maignan and Adrien Rabiot finished fourth at the 2026 World Cup with France after losing 6-4 to England in the third-place play-off at Miami's Hard Rock Stadium. The Three Lions returned to the W...
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