England's Best World Cup Finish Since '66: How It Happened

England secured third place at the 2026 World Cup with a staggering 6-4 victory over France in Miami, according to Reuters, with Bukayo Saka delivering a hat-trick that sealed one of the most dramatic matches in recent tournament history.

Declan Rice gave England a flying start with a long-range strike inside three minutes, according to beIN Sports, setting the tone for an extraordinary evening of goals. France fought back fiercely in the second half before England held on.

Thomas Tuchel's side ended the tournament with their finest World Cup placing since England won the trophy at home in 1966, a result that will sit with the squad and supporters for some time, whatever mixed feelings the semi-final defeat left behind.