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France vs England: Goal Frenzy for Third Place Glory
18 Jul
Summary
- Mbappe and Messi lead the Golden Boot race with eight goals each.
- Kane and Bellingham aim to break England's single-tournament goal record.
- Olise eyes Pele's assist record in the third-place match.
France and England are set to clash in the FIFA World Cup 2026 third-place playoff. Both nations are looking to end their tournament campaigns on a high note following semi-final heartbreaks against Spain and Argentina, respectively. This match presents significant individual opportunities for several key players.
France's Kylian Mbappe is in contention for the Golden Boot, currently tied with Argentina's Lionel Messi on eight goals. A strong performance today could see Mbappe surpass Messi and potentially set a new record as the first player to win the Golden Boot twice. Additionally, French player Michael Olise has an opportunity to match Pele's assist record for a single World Cup edition.
England's attacking duo, Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham, have each scored six goals. They are on the verge of breaking the record for the most goals scored by an England player in a single World Cup. A strong showing in this match, particularly a hat-trick from either player, could propel them past Mbappe and Messi in the Golden Boot standings.
