France's World Cup Campaign – Third-Place Match vs England
Key Questions
What was the final score of France's third-place match against England?
France lost 6-4 to England in the third-place match at the 2026 World Cup.
How many goals did Mbappé score in the 2026 World Cup tournament?
Mbappé scored 10 goals and provided 4 assists, winning the Golden Boot for the second consecutive tournament.
Did Mbappé break any World Cup goal records?
Yes, Mbappé broke Messi's all-time World Cup goal record with 22 goals total and was named to FIFA's fan-voted Dream XI.
What was Mbappé's reaction to the tournament outcome?
Mbappé expressed bittersweet feelings, preferring a final appearance over personal records, and posted an emotional open letter thanking fans and staff.
Who managed France in the third-place match and what was the result for them?
Didier Deschamps' final game as manager ended in defeat against England.
What ratings and performances stood out in the match?
Mbappé earned an 8.9/10 rating while Saka scored a hat-trick for England.
Was there debate about the Golden Ball award?
Yes, many argued Mbappé deserved the Golden Ball over winner Rodri based on his tournament contributions.
What new data emerged about Mbappé after the World Cup?
Mbappé topped FIFA's post-World Cup attacking rankings with a 9.12 rating and was highlighted for his explosive movement efficiency.
France lost 6-4 to England in the third-place match. Mbappé scored twice, breaking Messi's all-time World Cup goal record (22 goals) and finishing with 10 tournament goals and 4 assists, winning back-to-back Golden Boots. He expressed bittersweet feelings and later posted a heartfelt Instagram message acknowledging the pain. Deschamps' final game ended in defeat; Mbappé posted a heartfelt farewell. He also detailed tactical flaws in the semi-final loss to Spain. Mbappé cut short his holiday to post an emotional open letter. He also became France's all-time World Cup appearance maker (22 caps).