England defeated France 6-4 in a thrilling World Cup third-place playoff match, ending France's campaign and head coach Didier Deschamps' tenure. The high-scoring contest at a packed stadium saw several records broken. Jude Bellingham scored a late goal, becoming the first Englishman to net seven goals in a single World Cup. He broke a record that had stood for decades. Bukayo Saka delivered a hat-trick, inspiring England's dominant performance. On the French side, Kylian Mbappe scored twice, surpassing Lionel Messi's World Cup scoring record. The match marked the end of an era for France as Deschamps stepped down as head coach. England's victory secured third place in the tournament. Both teams showcased attacking football, with the game featuring 10 goals in total. The result was a fitting end to a memorable World Cup campaign for England, who finished on a high note.