Archive · 18 Jul 2026
France vs England in FIFA World Cup 2026 Third-Place Playoff
France and England will play in the third-place match of the FIFA World Cup 2026.
This game happens after both teams lost in the semi-finals.
France lost to Spain, and England lost to Argentina.
The match will be on July 19, 2026, at 2:30 AM IST in Miami, USA.
In India, you can watch it on DD Sports for free, or on ZEE5 if you have a subscription.
Both teams want to win to finish the tournament with a medal.
France's manager, Didier Deschamps, will be managing his last match after 14 years.
Fans can expect an exciting game between two strong European football teams.
France and England will play in the FIFA World Cup 2026 third-place playoff after losing in the semi-finals.
The match is scheduled for Sunday, July 19, 2026, at 2:30 AM IST at Miami Stadium in Florida, USA.
In India, the match will be broadcast live on DD Sports (free-to-air), Unite8 Sports, and streamed on ZEE5 with a subscription.
Both teams aim to finish their campaigns with a victory and secure a bronze medal, with France's manager Didier Deschamps overseeing his final match.
France has a slight edge in recent performances, while England has a historical advantage in head-to-head meetings.
- Who
- France and England
- What
- FIFA World Cup 2026 Third-place Playoff
- When
- Sunday, July 19, 2026, at 2:30 AM IST
- Where
- Miami Stadium (Hard Rock Stadium), Miami Gardens, Florida, USA
- Why
- To determine the third-place finisher in the FIFA World Cup 2026 and for France manager Didier Deschamps' final match in charge.
France
England
Historical Performance
France
France has shown greater consistency and has the attacking brilliance of Kylian Mbappé, who is in contention for a second consecutive World Cup Golden Boot.
England
England has a slight historical advantage with 17 wins out of 32 meetings, but they need a sharper all-round display to trouble France.
Managerial Significance
France
This match is significant for France manager Didier Deschamps, who will oversee his final match after a 14-year spell in charge.
England
England aims to finish the tournament on a positive note despite a heartbreaking exit in the semi-finals.
- Match
- France vs England – FIFA World Cup 2026 Third-place Playoff
- Date (India)
- Sunday, July 19, 2026
- Kick-off Time (IST)
- 2:30 AM IST
- Venue
- Miami Stadium (Hard Rock Stadium), Miami Gardens, Florida, USA
- Live Streaming (India)
- ZEE5 (FIFA World Cup Pack required)
- Live TV Broadcast (India)
- DD Sports (Free-to-Air on DD Free Dish), Unite8 Sports, Unite8 Sports HD
- Referee
- Ivan Barton
Sources
France vs England, FIFA World Cup 2026 third-place playoff: When and where to watch live streaming in India?
Kylian Mbappe ‘motivated to attack for Golden Boot’: Check France vs England prediction
FIFA WC: When and where to watch France vs England, know all details
Don’t have ZEE5? Here’s every way to watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 third-place playoff live in India
