England face France in the World Cup third-place playoff on Saturday July 18, 2026. The match kicks off at 10pm UK time and will be broadcast live on BBC One. Pre-match coverage begins at 9.30pm, offering 30 minutes of build-up before the game.
Viewers in the UK can stream the match via BBC iPlayer, available on iOS, Android, tablets, smart TVs, gaming consoles and smartphones. For radio coverage, BBC Radio 5 Live and talkSPORT will provide full commentary, also accessible on the BBC Sounds app.
US and international coverage
American viewers can watch live on FOX, with kick-off at 5pm ET (2pm PT). Streaming options include Telemundo and Fubo. The match is the final game for England at the 2026 World Cup, following their semi-final defeat.
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