France and England compete for $2 million in World Cup third-place match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 18, 2026, 3:34 PM
Last updated Jul 18, 2026
France and England will face off in the FIFA World Cup third-place match on July 18 in Miami after both teams lost in the semifinals. While the stakes may not be as high as the final, the match offers a chance for glory, pride, and a monetary incentive. The winner will secure $29 million, while the loser receives $27 million, reflecting a $2 million difference in prize money. Kylian Mbappe, a standout player, aims to capture the Golden Boot, competing against Lionel Messi in a parallel final. Both teams are focused on finishing the tournament on a positive note.
- •Match scheduled for July 18 in Miami.
- •Both teams lost in the semifinal round.
- •Winner receives $29 million, loser gets $27 million.
- •Kylian Mbappe seeks the Golden Boot in this match.
- •Victory could boost teams' morale after semifinal exits.
- 9:25 PMYahoo Sports — World Cup prize money: Third-place payout for England vs. France and the full list of team earnings
- 3:34 PMYahoo Sports — The $2 million prize at stake in World Cup 3rd-place game between France and England
"France and England are playing for third place at the 2026 World Cup, but there is also another $2 million at stake.
"There are a few different reasons they play the game.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 18, 2026, 9:25 PMWorld Cup prize money: Third-place payout for England vs. France and the full list of team earnings
France and England are playing for third place at the 2026 World Cup, but there is also another $2 million at stake.
- Yahoo SportsJul 18, 2026, 3:34 PMThe $2 million prize at stake in World Cup 3rd-place game between France and England
There are a few different reasons they play the game.
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