READ: England edge France 6-4 in chaotic World Cup bronze match

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England beat France 6-4 in a chaotic World Cup third-place playoff on Saturday as Kylian Mbappe became the all-time leading scorer in World Cup history.

Both teams had higher aspirations at the 2026 tournament but suffered painful semi-final exits — France were outplayed by Spain while England suffered a late collapse against Argentina.

Both coaches made multiple changes for the match in the oppressive heat of Miami, with a host of stars on the bench at the start.


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England’s Bukayo Saka (C) celebrates with team-mates Jude Bellingham (L) and Reece James after scoring against France during the 2026 FIFA World Cup third-place match at the Miami Stadium in Miami on July 19, 2026. —AFP
England’s Bukayo Saka (C) celebrates with team-mates Jude Bellingham (L) and Reece James after scoring against France during the 2026 FIFA World Cup third-place match at the Miami Stadium in Miami on July 19, 2026. —AFP

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