France vs England Live FIFA World Cup 2026: Mbappe Strikes for France

France made a bright start to the second half of the FIFA World Cup third-place play-off, with Kylian Mbappe scoring just three minutes after the restart to put his side on the scoresheet. The forward found the net in the 48th minute, giving France renewed hope after a difficult opening 45 minutes.

Mbappe's goal reduced the deficit to 4-1 and injected fresh energy into the French attack as they looked to mount an unlikely comeback. France pressed higher up the pitch following the goal, attempting to capitalize on the momentum generated by their early second-half breakthrough.

Despite conceding, England remained firmly in control of the contest thanks to their dominant first-half display.

With the scoreboard standing at 4-1, England continued to hold a comfortable lead, while France sought to build on Mbappe's timely strike and reduce the deficit further. The goal marked a positive response from the French side, but England remained in a strong position to secure victory and claim third place.