France and England to clash in FIFA World Cup 2026 third-place playoff

By  News On Air   Jul 18, 2026

In FIFA World Cup, European rivals France and England will lock horns in the third-place playoff match at the Miami Stadium tonight. The match is scheduled to begin at 02:30 AM, Indian Standard Time. 

France’s World Cup campaign came to an end after a semi-final defeat against Spain. However, Kylian Mbappe has been a standout performer for the French side, scoring eight goals and providing three assists.

He will look to add to his tally against England and strengthen his position in the Golden Boot race. England, on the other hand, will aim to secure its best World Cup finish since lifting the trophy 60 years ago.

The team suffered a 2-1 defeat to defending champions Argentina in the semi-finals. Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham have been England’s key goal scorers, with six goals and one assist each. 

The third-place playoff match has been part of the World Cup since 1934, the second edition of the tournament, with the 1950 edition being the only exception. Meanwhile, Argentina and Spain will face each other in the finals of FIFA World Cup at the New York-New Jersey Stadium on tomorrow night. The match will begin at 12:30 am Indian time.