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France vs. England Player Ratings: Superstars Defy Logic in Dizzying Game

The Three Lions secured their best World Cup finish since 1966.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 18

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

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

Kylian Mbappe breaks Lionel Messi’s all-time World Cup top goalscorer record

The France No 10 has created more history in Dallas, starring for Les Bleus on Bastille Day

The Independent UK · 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 v France lineup: Tuchel makes seven changes for World Cup bronze match

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The Independent UK · Jul 18

Why Jude Bellingham, Harry Kane Didn’t Start for England vs. France—World Cup

Thomas Tuchel hit back at critics with a recklessly attacking lineup that was still missing England’s top two scorers this summer.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 18

France vs. England—World Cup: Live Score and Match Stats

The 103rd match of the 2026 World Cup is undoubtedly the most meaningless of the entire tournament.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 18