England claimed the bronze medal at the FIFA World Cup 2026 after defeating France 6-4 in a dramatic third-place playoff. Bukayo Saka starred with a sensational hat-trick, helping England race to a commanding 4-0 lead by half-time. Jude Bellingham also found the net as England delivered one of their most impressive performances of the tournament.
France mounted a spirited comeback in the second half, reducing the deficit through Kylian Mbappé’s brace, but England held their nerve to seal victory. The entertaining contest produced 10 goals, making it one of the highest-scoring matches of the tournament.
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The victory gives England their best World Cup finish since winning the title in 1966. While they narrowly missed out on the final, Gareth Southgate’s side ended their campaign on a high, showcasing attacking football and resilience to secure third place on the world stage.
