England beat France in 10-goal thriller to win third-place play-off
BBC Sport·July 19, 2026
England secured their best men's World Cup finish since 1966 by defeating France 6-4 in the third-place play-off. Bukayo Saka played a crucial role in the match, scoring a hat-trick to help his team achieve victory. The high-scoring game saw a total of 10 goals, with England ultimately emerging as the winners. England's win marks a significant milestone in their World Cup history, surpassing their previous finishes in recent decades.
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