MOTD Live: FIFA World Cup 2026

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France v England 18.07

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France v England (Kick-off 10.00pm). Coverage of the third-place play-off, which takes place at Miami Stadium in the USA. This is a match likely to feature several squad players, as the managers give those who have patiently waited their turn the chance to end the tournament on a high. France were expected to reach the final, but were soundly beaten by Spain in the semi-finals, and this represents Didier Deschamps' final match in charge of Les Bleus. England blew a glorious chance to reach a second World Cup final, but let slip a 1-0 lead against Argentina, after Anthony Gordon's opener had put them on their way against the defending champions

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Ned Holmes

England face France in the World Cup 2026 third-place play-off at the Miami Stadium.

The Three Lions suffered a gut-wrenching semi-final defeat to Argentina in Wednesday’s semi-final but Thomas Tuchel must now rally his troops to go again. They’ll take on France, the tournament favourites that failed to fire in a disappointing last-four defeat to Spain.

Fans would be forgiven for lacking enthusiasm but there will be plenty of talent on show.

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