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Mbappe scores twice in third-place play-off loss to England

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Last updated Jul 19, 2026

Mbappe scores twice in third-place play-off loss to England

Summary

In the third-place play-off of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, England outscored France 6-4 in a match held in Miami. This high-scoring game marked the highest tally in a World Cup match since 1982. England established a 4-0 lead, with Declan Rice, Ezri Konsa, and Bukayo Saka contributing goals. Kylian Mbappe responded for France with two goals, bringing his tournament total to 10, while Jude Bellingham capped the scoring for England in stoppage time. Despite the loss, Mbappe highlighted his status as a top forward with his performance.

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By the Numbers

•England defeats France 6-4 in the third-place play-off
•Mbappe scores two goals, totaling 10 for the tournament
•Bellingham scores England's sixth goal in stoppage time
•The match becomes the highest-scoring World Cup game since 1982
•Konate had a challenging outing in defense for France

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The 2026 FIFA World Cup is almost at its end, with only the final left after a wild third-place play-off between France and England.England beat France 6-4 in Miami to finish third, in a game that bec...
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