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Truth behind Jude Bellingham ‘sacrifice’ for Bukayo Saka’s hat-trick against France revealed

Jude Bellingham ran up to the penalty taker’s spot with the ball before Bukayo Saka dispatched the goal for his hat-trick. England vs. France in the third-place match was a wildly entertaining affair that England won 6-4 in Didier Deschamps’ final match in charge of France.

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France star Kylian Mbappe breaks World Cup career goals mark

France didn't get the win but Kylian Mbappe got the record on Saturday. For now. The French star became the all-time leading goal scorer in World Cup history with 22 after his second goal of his club's third-place match against England in Miami Gardens, Fla.

Soccer News / Yardbarker / July 18

World Cup 2026 Saturday takeaways: England takes third, but Mbappe passes Messi

The 2026 FIFA World Cup continued on Saturday as England took the third-place game with a wild and chaotic win over France.

France star Kylian Mbappe breaks World Cup career goals mark

World Cup 2026: Where the final could be won or lost

How Argentina earned its spot in the final

...and how Spain earned its spot

Update on if air quality issues, smoke could impact World Cup final emerges

Mauricio Pochettino reveals update about uncertain USMNT future

Soccer News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'FIFA World Cup champions' quiz

How many of the countries to win the most prestigious tournament in all of soccer can you name in five minutes?

The 'FIFA World Cup hosts' quiz

The 'FIFA World Cup Golden Boot winners' quiz

The 'UEFA Euro Champion' quiz

FIFA World Cup News

Massive update on if air quality issues, smoke could impact World Cup final emerges

Mauricio Pochettino reveals major update about uncertain USMNT future

Kylian Mbappe ruled out of contention for 2026 Ballon d’Or as World Cup final-bound Lionel Messi puts himself in the mix for ninth Golden Ball

'Every decision was the right one!' - Thomas Tuchel defended over substitions against Argentina as England legend questions fierce criticism of German coach

Real Madrid News / HITC / July 18

Kylian Mbappe claims France have ‘failed’ at World Cup as Zinedine Zidane awaits

Kylian Mbappe’s dream of reaching three consecutive World Cup finals ended in Dallas disappointment after France were well beaten by Spain in the semi-final.

Real Madrid News / ESPN / July 18

Transfer rumors, news: Barcelona, Real Madrid both...

Argentina defender Cristian Romero is set to leave Tottenham amid interest from clubs including Barcelona and Real Madrid. Transfer Talk has the latest.

Real Madrid News / Outlook India / July 18

France Vs England Preview: Tuchel Seeks Redemption As Mbappe Chases Golden Boot In Third-Place Playoff Clash

France and England battle for third place after heartbreaking semifinal defeats to Spain and Argentina, respectively Mbappe is level with Lionel Messi

Soccer News / Goal.com / July 17

Kylian Mbappe ruled out of contention for 2026 Ballon d’Or as World Cup final-bound Lionel Messi puts himself in the mix for ninth Golden Ball

Kylian Mbappe is considered to be out of the running for Ballon d’Or recognition in 2026, with Jeremie Aliadiere conceding to GOAL that World Cup heartache with France is likely to have dashed those dreams.

Soccer News / Goal.com / July 17

'Hits the nail on the head' - Jude Bellingham shares long poem from England's bus driver as midfielder struggles to express disappointment after World Cup semi-final collapse against Argentina

Jude Bellingham has urged England fans to maintain their incredible unity after the Three Lions suffered a devastating 2-1 defeat against Argentina in the World Cup semi-finals.

Real Madrid News / Goal.com / July 17