The 2026 World Cup bronze‑medal match in Miami delivered a dramatic showdown between France and England, ending in a 6‑4 victory for the Three Lions.
Mbappé Breaks All‑Time Scoring Record
Kylian Mbappé struck in the 48th minute, pushing his tournament tally to 22 goals and establishing a new all‑time World Cup scoring record.
The goal also drew him level with Lionel Messi at 21 tournament goals, but Mbappé’s extra strike gave him the lead, cementing his status as the world’s premier striker heading into the final.
Ousmane Dembélé added France’s fourth goal, while Bradley Barcola contributed to the attack, but England’s Bukayo Saka stole the show with a hat‑trick and Jude Bellingham became England’s all‑time scorer in the tournament with his seventh goal.
The result secured England’s third‑place finish, while France will now turn its focus to the upcoming final against Spain, where Messi will have one last chance to reclaim the Golden Boot from Mbappé.
A Final to Remember
With the Golden Boot race poised for a final twist, the stage is set for a clash that could redefine the legacies of both Mbappé and Messi, as the world watches the ultimate showdown.