Miami Gardens (USA), July 19 -- England survived a breathtaking second-half fightback from France to win a pulsating 6-4 thriller and secure third place at the FIFA World Cup 2026, with Bukayo Saka scoring a hat-trick and Kylian Mbappe becoming the tournament's all-time leading scorer in an unforgettable contest at Hard Rock Stadium here.
In what will rank among the greatest matches in World Cup history, England squandered a commanding 4-0 halftime lead before holding off a resurgent France in a 10-goal spectacle that showcased relentless attacking football from both sides.
Thomas Tuchel's men made a dream start as Declan Rice curled home from distance in the third minute before turning provider for Ezri Konsa, whose towering header from ...