European press stunned by France-england world cup third-place thriller

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Initially dismissed as a mere formality, the 2026 World Cup third-place playoff between France and England delivered an utterly unforgettable spectacle. Following England’s thrilling 6-4 triumph over Les Bleus, the international sports media remains in a state of collective shock.

A true ‘thriller’ — this perfectly encapsulates the dramatic narrative of the 2026 World Cup third-place match between France and England, which unfolded Saturday night in Miami. Sky Sports, understandably, lauded the Three Lions’ incredible 6-4 victory. This win secured them third place in the tournament, marking their first podium finish since their 1966 World Cup triumph. Yet, it was the sheer unpredictability and wild swings of the match itself that left the press utterly speechless.

The term ‘thriller’ also graced the front page of the Daily Mail this Sunday morning, which famously noted the