
France vs. England Highlights: England Wins 10-Goal Bronze Medal Bonanza
England defeated France 6-4 in the highest-scoring match of the 2026 World Cup to claim third place.
The English side controlled the first half, entering the break with a 4-0 lead after an early opener from Declan Rice, a header by Ezri Konsa, and two goals from Bukayo Saka.
France rallied in the second half, scoring three consecutive goals heavily involving Kylian Mbappé to bring it within one.
Saka then converted a penalty kick to complete his hat trick and push the lead back to two. France cut the deficit again through Ousmane Dembélé in stoppage time, but Jude Bellingham settled the match moments later with a late counter-attack goal to finish the scoring and secure the victory for England.
Here are the top plays from France vs. England:
Final: England Takes Third Place With 6-4 Win In An Instant Classic
Jude Bellingham Scores Winner For England
Dembélé Brings France Back Within One
England Converts From The Spot To Restore Two-Goal Lead
Chance For France
Historic World Cup For Olise
Mbappé Bags Brace To Bring France Within One
France Adds Another, Cuts England's Lead In Half
Kylian Mbappé Scores Ninth Goal Of Tournament
Halftime: England Dominating France
Saka Scores Again
England Triples Its Lead
What A Move By Rashford
Ezri Konsa Doubles England's Lead
England Scores Again, Goal Disallowed
Declan Rice Gives England An Early Lead
All Smiles For Both Coaches Pregame
France Starting Lineup
England Starting Lineup
How to Watch France vs. England

