The Latest Breaking News from England

2026 World Cup Final: SI Experts Predict Spain vs. Argentina Result

Opinions are split in this battle between control and chaos.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 18

Saka hits three as England beat France in 10-goal thriller for third place

Bukayo Saka hit a hat trick as England edged past France 6-4 on Saturday afternoon to claim a zany bronze medal match in Miami.

Radio France Internationale · Jul 18

Mbappe Raises Stakes for Messi in Golden Boot Race, Sets New All-Time Record

The French striker became the all-time World Cup leader in goals during Saturday’s third-place match against England.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 18

England 6-4 France: Barmy bronze final seal Three Lions best World Cup showing since 1966

A remarkable 10 goals shared in third-place play-off as Bukayo Saka scored a hat-trick

Evening Standard · Jul 18

World Cup 2026: France escape humiliation but fall to England in Deschamps' final match

England clinched third place at the World Cup with a dramatic 6-4 victory over France in Miami, with Jude Bellingham's brilliant late strike sealing the win. The Three Lions' attacking prowess proved decisive as they withstood a remarkable French second-half fightback before reasserting their dominance in stoppage time.

France 24 · Jul 18

Saka hat-trick seals 6-4 England win over France in epic World Cup third-place playoff

England led 4-0 at half-time but needed a late Bukayo Saka penalty and a Jude Bellingham breakaway to see off France 6-4 after Kylian Mbappé’s double

The Guardian - UK · Jul 18

Argentina 24-31 England: Pumas see last-gasp try ruled out in Nations Championship thriller

Pumas rage as controversy reigns during dramatic finish to chaotic second half

Evening Standard · Jul 18

Why was Argentina's last-gasp try against England disallowed?

Bautista Delguy saw late score ruled out in controversial fashion in dramatic Nations Championship clash

Evening Standard · Jul 18

Why Kobbie Mainoo Was Left Off Roster for England vs. France—World Cup

Mainoo’s World Cup came to a premature end before England’s final game of the tournament.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 18

England’s 13 men thwart Argentina comeback in controversial finale

In a game of seven yellow cards, England clinched a 31-24 Nations Championship victory, with Argentina denied a last-gasp score after a long check

The Guardian - UK · Jul 18