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England Faces France After World Cup Heartbreak
17 Jul
Summary
- England will play France in the bronze final on Saturday night.
- Five players are highlighted as deserving more game time.
- Kylian Mbappe is expected to be hungry for goals against England.

Following their devastating World Cup semi-final loss to Argentina, England is set to face France in the bronze final this Saturday night in Miami. This marks another challenge for the Three Lions just three days after their previous match in Atlanta.
Manager Thomas Tuchel faces decisions on his team selection for the third-place play-off. He is considering whether to maintain a strong lineup or give opportunities to fringe players. Several individuals are noted for their potential to contribute.
Midfielder Kobbie Mainoo, a 21-year-old from Manchester United, has yet to feature in the tournament despite his strong club form. Goalkeeper Dean Henderson is a likely candidate to start if Tuchel opts for a second-string keeper, similar to past tournaments. Trevoh Chalobah, a late squad addition, has also not seen game time.
Defender Jarell Quansah returns after serving a two-match suspension for a red card received against Mexico. He is expected to be considered for selection in the defense. Striker Ollie Watkins, who has had limited minutes, might feature in the second half, especially as Harry Kane chases golden boot contention.