MIAMI GARDENS — The “Three Lions” are pouring it on France in the World Cup third-place match.
England star Bukayo Saka scored twice against France in the 37th minute and the first minute of first-half stoppage time to give England a 4-0 lead on Saturday, July 18 at Hard Rock Stadium.
Saka’s goal were the 300th and 301st overall goals of the 2026 World Cup.
On Saka’s first goal, the French defense was all out of sorts trying to corral an English counterattack.
France goalkeeper Mike Maignan left his goal to try to deny Marcus Rashford, who had the ball in open space. While temporarily successful, a bouncing ball in the box eventually found Saka, who scored after a deflection from a French defender on the goal line.
On the second goal, Saka hit a strong left-footed shot from just inside the penalty box to beat Maignan’s outstretched arms.
Who scored for England today?
Ezri Konsa scored a header against France in the 18th minute to give England a 2-0 lead.
Midfielder Declan Rice had the assist on the corner kick. Rice previously shot from outside the box to score England’s first goal of the evening. He intercepted a pass near midfield and drove unimpeded to the French penalty box before unleashing a right-footed shot.
Rice has come under criticism in the English press after the “Three Lions” lost 2-1 to Argentina in the World Cup semifinals on Wednesday, July 15.
Scottish pundit Graeme Souness questioned whether Rice was truly a midfielder or would be better off playing in an entirely defensive role as a center back.
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Here’s what to know about today’s match, including the latest odds, predictions and how to watch on TV and streaming:
What channel is England vs France on today?
The World Cup game between France and England will be broadcast in English on Fox and in Spanish on Telemundo.
What time does France play England today at World Cup?
France vs. England in the 2026 World Cup is scheduled to kick off at 5 p.m. Saturday, July 18.
Where is France playing today in World Cup?
Today’s World Cup match between France and England will be played at Hard Rock Stadium — which FIFA is calling Miami Stadium for the World Cup — home of the NFL’s Miami Dolphins and college football’s Miami Hurricanes.
France vs England live stream today
Streaming options for the game include Fubo, which carries both Fox and Telemundo, and Peacock for the Spanish-language feed.
England vs France odds, line
Odds according to BetMGM:
France vs England predictions
This article originally appeared on Palm Beach Post: Bukayo Saka scores back-to-back goals, England routing France in Miami
Reporting by Eric J. Wallace, Palm Beach Post / Palm Beach Post
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