SportsPublished: 19 July 2026 at 04:36

England beat France in 10-goal thriller to win bronze final

Bukayo Saka scored a hat-trick as England defeated France 6-4 in the World Cup third-place playoff, securing their best men's World Cup finish since 1966.

England men's national football team secured a thrilling victory in the World Cup bronze final on Saturday, beating France 6-4 in a goal-filled encounter. Bukayo Saka was the star of the match, netting a hat-trick to lead his side to victory. This result marks England's best performance in the men's World Cup since they won the tournament in 1966. France, despite missing several key players, fought hard and pulled back multiple times, but England's defense held firm. The win is a significant milestone for England's national team, giving fans hope for future success.

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