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France will lock horns against England in the FIFA World Cup 2026 3rd place playoff fixture or the Bronze medal game after both teams failed to go beyond the semifinal stage of the tournament. Despite the disappointment of missing out on the final, both teams have one last chance to finish their campaigns on a positive note.
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The game will be played on Sunday, July 19 at the Miami Stadium from 2:30 AM onwards, a day before the summit clash which will be played between Spain and Argentina.
How did England and France reach the third place tie?
France displayed a sensational show throughout their campaign, as they were one of the flawless sides of the tournament, scoring goals without any discomfort. Until they met Spain in the semi-final clash, where the French attack led by Kylian Mbappe, Michael Ollise and Ousmane Dembele. Now, they have to settle for a shot at the third place after being on the verge of creating history.
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On the other hand, England endured a great campaign which was filled with a fair share of struggle in several games. However, they overcame all the difficulties to face Argentina in the semifinal clash. However, despite gaining the 1-0 lead England fumbled their advantage over the South American side and eventually lost the game by 2-1.
When and where to watch France vs England, third place fixture?
The 3rd place or Bronze medal fixture between France and England will take place on Sunday, July 19 at the Miami Stadium from 2:30 AM (As per IST) onwards. The footballing community can enjoy the live telecast on the Unite8 Sports Channels. Meanwhile, the live streaming services will be provided on the Zee5 app and website.
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