England defeats France 6-4 in World Cup third-place match
England secured its first World Cup third-place finish by beating France 6-4 in Miami, with a total of ten goals scored in the match.
England earned a 6-4 victory over France in the World Cup third-place match played in Miami, marking the nation's first ever podium finish at the tournament. The game featured ten goals, with England taking the lead early through a Declan Rice header in the third minute and adding further goals from Bukayo Saka, who scored twice, and a late penalty. France responded with three goals in an 18-minute spell after halftime, including two strikes from Kylian Mbappé and a goal by Ousmane Dembélé in stoppage time. England sealed the win with a late goal from Jude Bellingham in the eighth minute of added time.
Both teams fielded most of their regular starters, although England's captain Harry Kane was absent. The match was noted for its open, attacking play and limited defensive intensity, resulting in a high-scoring contest. France's Mbappé also provided an assist that tied the tournament record for most assists.
The result concludes the tournament with England finishing third and France fourth.