France vs England Set for 2026 FIFA World Cup Third-Place Match at Hard Rock Stadium

The French national team will face England in the third-place match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on July 18, 2026, at 11 PM local time. The game will take place at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami and will be broadcast live on French channels M6 and beIN Sports, allowing fans from both nations to follow this crucial match.

This match comes after France's semi-final defeat to Spain, 0-2, ending their hopes for a third consecutive final. England, meanwhile, was knocked out by Argentina, setting up a competitive contest for the bronze medal. The third-place match has been a World Cup tradition since 1934, giving teams not only a chance for a bronze but also a final performance opportunity for players and fans.

A notable aspect of this match is that it will be the last for French coach Didier Deschamps, who steps down after 14 years in charge, having reached seven tournament final phases across his tenure. It is an opportunity for Deschamps and the team to conclude on a positive note despite not clinching the title.

Star forward Kylian Mbappé, who has netted eight goals this tournament and is currently tied with Lionel Messi for the top scorer, aims to increase his tally and possibly break the World Cup goal record held by the Argentine legend.

England enters the match motivated by a chance for revenge after their quarter-final loss to France in 2022. The encounter promises a highly competitive fixture, with both nations eager to claim third place and leave a strong final impression in the 2026 tournament.

The match will kick off at 23:00 French time on July 18 at Miami's Hard Rock Stadium, closing the chapter on this year’s World Cup for both teams and marking a significant moment in French football history with Deschamps’ departure.