France vs England Live FIFA World Cup 2026: Rice Strikes Early for England

England have taken an early lead against France in the FIFA World Cup 2026 third-place playoff.

Declan Rice opened the scoring in the third minute to put the Three Lions 1-0 ahead at the start of the match. England have made a quick start and currently hold the advantage in the battle for third place.

France are now behind and will look to respond as they aim to finish their World Cup campaign with a bronze medal. Les Bleus were knocked out by Spain in the semi-finals, while England suffered a defeat to Argentina at the same stage.

The Three Lions will now look to build on their early advantage and maintain their lead as the match progresses ahead.