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Sports Illustrated
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Ewan Ross-Murray

France vs. England—World Cup: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

France and England will play their final match of the 2026 World Cup when contesting Saturday’s third-place playoff at Hard Rock Stadium.

The Europeans both suffered semifinal heartbreak midweek. France, which was many people’s favorite for the crown, succumbed to Luis de la Fuente’s well-oiled Spain team, while a heartbreaking late collapse cost England in its final four match with defending world champions Argentina.

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