What a way to say goodbye to the 2026 World Cup. England and France delivered a spectacular match in Miami that ended with a shocking scoreline: 6-4 for the Three Lions, who took home the bronze in a day that seemed like comedy but turned out to be epic.
The match started as a nightmare for the French. Just two minutes in, Declan Rice had already made it 1-0 with a great goal that sent the English fans into a frenzy. And from there, it was all downhill for France. With Kylian Mbappé seemingly playing alone, Didier Deschamps’ team showed alarming defensive fragility. Huge gaps, inaccuracies, and an attitude bordering on shameful for a team that was world runner-up four years ago.
England did not forgive. With the efficiency of a top team, goals came from Ezri Konsa with a header and two from Bukayo Saka to make it 4-0, leaving France on the ropes before halftime. It was a historic thrashing, and neutral fans were already rubbing their hands.
But France did not give up. In the second half, Deschamps’ men changed their attitude. Mbappé appeared to quickly pull one back and ignite hope. In just 20 minutes, the score went from 4-0 to 4-3, with goals from Mbappé (two) and Bradley Barcola. The match turned into a frenzy. France even had the equalizer at the feet of Michael Olise, but his shot went inches wide.
When it seemed everything was heading for a draw, a penalty was awarded for Malo Gusto’s foul on Djed Spence. Saka, who had already scored twice, stepped up and made it 5-3. But France did not let up: Ousmane Dembélé pulled another one back to make it 5-4, setting off alarm bells in the English camp.
However, as the match was dying, Jude Bellingham appeared with a great goal to seal the deal. 6-4 final, total madness in Miami. England, for the first time in their history, claimed third place at the World Cup. A more than acceptable performance for Thomas Tuchel’s side, who showed character and efficiency.
France, on the other hand, paid dearly for their defensive debacle. The team has plenty of material to compete in four years, but this time they leave with their heads down. The 2026 World Cup has its bronze medalist, and it was a match that will remain in everyone’s memory.
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Para mí esto es un papelón de Francia, 6-4 y Mbappé llorando como siempre, un sobrevalorado. Saka es un fenómeno, ojalá juegue en un club de verdad. Francia país de cobardes, se van con la cola entre las patas. Viva Inglaterra, la única que le pone huevos.
Para mí esto es un papelón de la burguesía francesa, Mbappé llorando como siempre, no sirven para nada. El fútbol es del pueblo, no de multimillonarios. Vamos Inglaterra carajo, Saka crack total, se la bancaron los pibes. ¡A llorar a la villa, franchutes de mierda!