France vs England – World Cup third-place playoff: Prediction, kickoff | World Cup 2026 | Al Jazeera

Author: Manasi PathakPublished on: July 17, 2026Country: United States

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France vs England – World Cup third-place playoff: Prediction, kickoff | World Cup 2026 | Al Jazeera

France and England, both eliminated in the semifinals, face off for the third-place playoff of the 2026 World Cup in Miami. The match marks Didier Deschamps' last game as France coach after 14 years. Kylian Mbappe aims for the Golden Boot, while England seeks to end a six-decade wait for a major trophy.

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