England concluded its 2026 World Cup campaign by finishing in third place after a thrilling 6–4 victory over France in a record-breaking match that will go down in World Cup history.
The encounter was a spectacular contest, with both teams playing attacking football and providing fans with top-class entertainment. England showed great composure in the crucial moments and secured the bronze medal after an incredible game that produced a total of 10 goals.
England star Bukayo Saka was the hero of the match, scoring a hat-trick to lead the Three Lions to a memorable victory over Les Bleus and end their tournament on a high note.
Despite France's defeat, Kylian Mbappé made history by becoming the all-time leading goalscorer in FIFA World Cup history, taking his tally to 22 goals—a record never before achieved by any player.
Meanwhile, attacking midfielder Michael Olise set a new World Cup record by providing seven assists in a single tournament campaign, the highest number ever recorded by a player in one edition of the competition.
The result also made England's 6–4 win over France the highest-scoring third-place playoff in FIFA World Cup history, setting a new record and highlighting the quality, excitement, and unforgettable drama of this historic encounter.
