2026 World Cup: England beat France 6-4 in third-place playoff after dramatic comeback foiled

France, trailing 4-0 at halftime, staged a spectacular second half with four goals, including a Mbappé brace.

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Michael Olise provided two assists, surpassing a record held by Pelé, but England prevailed.

Les Bleus finish fourth at the World Cup after a match of two halves.

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