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Our score prediction for this World Cup match: France 2–1 England in a hard-fought bronze final. In today’s World Cup prediction, Les Bleus face The Three Lions at Hard Rock Stadium for third place both sides arriving bruised from semi-final defeats to Spain and Argentina respectively. Deschamps’ clinical counter-attack machine square off against Tuchel’s structured 4-2-3-1. Expect intensity, but France’s edge in individual quality tips the balance.
| Match | France vs England |
| Competition | FIFA World Cup 2026 |
| Stage | Third-Place Play-Off (Bronze Final) |
| Venue | Hard Rock Stadium, Miami Gardens, Florida, USA |
| Date | Sunday, July 19, 2026 |
| Time | BDT 3:00 AM / INR 2:30 AM |
| Broadcast & Live Streaming | Click here to watch the France vs England live on Sports Live Hub (SLH) |
Injury News, Suspensions & Availability
France are monitoring two fitness concerns ahead of kick-off. Goalkeeper Brice Samba is sidelined with a calf injury but is expected to return within a few days, Mike Maignan retains the gloves. Centre-back William Saliba is also carrying a back injury, leaving his availability uncertain and potentially reshaping Deschamps’ defensive lineup.
England enter with two notable absences. Right-back Reece James remains doubtful with a muscle injury, likely handing a start to Djed Spence in the wide defensive role. Midfielder Jordan Henderson is ruled out until mid-August 2026 with a wrist injury, ruling him out of the bronze final entirely and thinning Tuchel’s midfield options.
| Matches Played | 34 |
| France Won | 11 |
| England Won | 18 |
| Tied | 5 |
| First-ever Fixture | May 10, 1923 |
| Most-recent Fixture | December 10, 2022 |
| World Cup H2H | 3 World Cup meetings — England won 2, France won 1 |
Les Bleus posted a commanding W6 D0 L1 tournament record, topping Group I with wins over Senegal (3–1), Iraq (3–0), and Norway (4–1). Their knockout run, sweeping Sweden, edging Paraguay, and dismissing Morocco — showcased elite clinical efficiency. France’s forward line was led by Mbappé and Dembélé, while Tchouaméni controlled the midfield with composure. Spain’s semi-final shutout was an anomaly in an otherwise dominant campaign.
Tuchel’s side matched that momentum with a W5 D1 L1 record, topping Group B despite drawing Ghana. High-scoring knockouts against DR Congo (2–1), Mexico (3–2), and Norway (2–1) confirmed their attacking depth and exceptional set-piece delivery. Bellingham dictated tempo, while Kane stayed lethal in the box. Argentina’s late semi-final comeback exposed a structural defensive fragility when holding a lead under pressure.
Kylian Mbappé’s explosive pace, dribbling directness, and ability to finish under pressure make him the most dangerous individual in this match. Operating as France’s attacking focal point, he drags defenders wide, creates overloads, and can convert from almost any angle, forcing England’s back line to constantly reorganise and press narrowly.
Marc Guéhi will be tasked with marshalling that threat from a central defensive role. Strong aerially, composed on the ball, and disciplined in one-v-one duels, the Crystal Palace defender reads danger early and rarely gets drawn out of position. Whether he can manage Mbappé’s movement over 90 minutes could define the final scoreline.
Jude Bellingham functions as England’s engine and creative heartbeat, driving through midfield lines, arriving late into the box, and threading passes through tight defensive structures. His energy and technical quality in the number-ten role gives Tuchel’s side unpredictability and genuine goal threat from deep positions.
Aurélien Tchouaméni will be expected to screen France’s defensive block and neutralise that threat. Dominant in the air, aggressive in the press, and excellent at intercepting between the lines, the Real Madrid midfielder excels at breaking sequences before they develop. Controlling Bellingham’s forward runs is arguably France’s most critical defensive assignment in this fixture.
Deschamps is likely to deploy a compact 4-3-3 structure, protecting the defensive block while exploiting transition speed through Mbappé and Dembélé on the flanks. With Saliba doubtful, Konaté and Lacroix must hold a disciplined high line against England’s direct threat. Third-place stakes typically encourage attacking intent, expect France to press higher and finish chances when transitions open.
Tuchel’s familiar 4-2-3-1 will aim to dominate midfield through the Rice–Anderson pairing, limiting France’s ability to transition freely. England’s attacking width will come from Saka and Rashford, who are poised to take advantage of the openings behind France’s overlapping fullbacks. Set-piece deliveries remain a primary weapon. However, the semi-final exposed how quickly Tuchel’s mid-game defensive shifts can unravel when the side loses possession momentum.
France XI:
Mike Maignan (GK), Malo Gusto, Ibrahima Konaté, Maxence Lacroix, Theo Hernández, Warren Zaïre-Emery, N’Golo Kanté, Ousmane Dembélé, Rayan Cherki, Désiré Doué, Kylian Mbappé
England XI:
Jordan Pickford (GK), Djed Spence, Ezri Konsa, Marc Guéhi, Jarell Quansah, Declan Rice, Elliot Anderson, Noni Madueke, Jude Bellingham, Morgan Rogers, Marcus Rashford, Harry Kane
Today’s World Cup prediction leans France. Deschamps’ side possesses superior individual quality in the final third and arrive with more clinical tournament habits. England’s defensive fragility under sustained pressure is the key concern. The bronze final context removes some urgency, but France’s depth and attacking variety across the pitch gives them the cleaner path to victory.
Mbappé and Dembélé exploit England’s defensive transitions, while Kane converts a set piece to keep The Three Lions in the contest until the final whistle.
We’re predicting France 2–1 England in this bronze final, Mbappé’s cutting pace too much for England’s reshuffled backline. But Tuchel’s set-piece quality could flip the script in a tight finish. What’s your World Cup match prediction, do France secure third place, or does England pull off the upset? Follow us for live updates, post-match stats, and full analysis.
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What time is France vs England today?
France vs England kicks off at BDT 3:00 AM / INR 2:30 AM on Sunday, July 19, 2026.
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Has Harry Kane ever scored against France at a major tournament?
Kane scored in England’s 2–1 quarter-final defeat to France at the 2022 FIFA World Cup, but missed a second penalty that could have equalised late in the match.
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