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Konsa's surprise goal seals England's win
18 Jul
Summary
- Ezri Konsa, a defender, scored his first World Cup goal.
- Konsa plays for Aston Villa and recently won the Europa League.
- The match was a third-place playoff between England and France.
England concluded their World Cup campaign with a decisive 4-0 victory against France in the third-place playoff match held on Saturday, July 18. The Three Lions secured a comfortable lead, with defender Ezri Konsa scoring his inaugural goal of the tournament. This marked a significant moment for Konsa, who also plays for Aston Villa.
Konsa, a 28-year-old defender, made his debut for England in 2024 and has become a familiar name for fans of Aston Villa. The club recently achieved success by winning the Europa League final in May, their first major trophy in 44 years. This victory followed a successful stint with Brentford prior to joining Aston Villa in 2019.
His goal in this match was a notable contribution, especially as established stars like Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham were rested. The result provides England with a strong finish to the tournament, playing for pride points against a French side also looking to end on a high note.
