France will face England in Saturday’s World Cup Bronze final, which is set to take place at Miami’s Hard Rock Stadium at 11 PM CET. The Three Lions were eliminated by World Cup holders Argentina on Wednesday in Atlanta.

Anthony Gordon started strong for Thomas Tuchel’s squad, but Argentina rallied in the final moments. Lionel Messi provided two key assists, setting up Enzo Fernandez and Lautaro Fernandez, ultimately paving the way for the Albiceleste to meet Spain in the 2026 World Cup final.

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This match marks the first encounter between France and England since their meeting in the 2022 World Cup quarter-finals, where Les Bleus emerged victorious. Harry Kane equalized from the penalty spot after Aurélien Tchouaméni’s opening goal, but Olivier Giroud later scored the winner. Kane then missed a penalty that could have sent the match into extra time.

Saturday’s Bronze final will also be significant for Didier Deschamps, as it will be his 185th and final game as the head coach of Les Bleus. He will soon hand over the reins to his former France and Juventus teammate, Zinédine Zidane.

GFFN | Bastien Cheval