Watch World Cup 3rd or 4th place playoff at the JQ Bar and Grill on the 18/07/2026 at 10pm
England and France meet in the FIFA World Cup third-place play-off looking to end their campaigns on a positive note after the heartbreak of semi-final defeat. England fell 2-1 to Argentina despite taking the lead, while France were outclassed by Spain in a 2-0 loss that ended their hopes of reaching a second consecutive World Cup final. Although neither side envisioned competing for the bronze medal, there is still plenty at stake, with national pride, a podium finish, and the chance to leave the tournament with momentum rather than disappointment.
The match promises to be an entertaining encounter between two sides packed with attacking talent. England will look to the creativity of Jude Bellingham and the goalscoring instincts of Harry Kane to break down the French defence, while France will once again rely on the pace and brilliance of Kylian Mbappé, supported by the flair of Ousmane Dembélé. With the pressure of a final no longer hanging over either team, both managers may encourage a more open and attacking approach than seen in the semi-finals. With pride on the line and two of Europe’s strongest squads facing off, supporters can expect a high-quality contest as both nations aim to finish their World Cup campaign on a high
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