Match summary
In a breathtaking World Cup encounter at the Hard Rock Stadium, England secured a dramatic 6-4 victory over France in a match that ebbed and flowed with incredible intensity. The Three Lions roared into a commanding four-goal lead by halftime, with Declan Rice opening the scoring in the third minute and adding an assist for Ezri Konsa's strike just past the quarter-hour mark. Bukayo Saka then took centre stage, netting a brace either side of the interval, including a sensational effort assisted by Eberechi Eze, to put England firmly in control. However, France staged a remarkable comeback in the second half. Kylian Mbappé inspired a resurgence with two goals, both set up by Michael Olise, and Barcola added another, bringing the scoreline perilously close. Just as France threatened to complete their improbable chase, Saka completed his hat-trick in the 87th minute to restore England's advantage. Despite a late consolation from Ousmane Dembélé, Jude Bellingham's injury-time goal sealed a thrilling, high-scoring triumph for England.
