New Delhi, July 19: In an exhilarating match for at the 2026, England triumphed with a score of 6-4, securing the bronze medal.
Despite the loss, French captain Kylian Mbappé made headlines by scoring two goals, setting a new record.
Mbappé has now become the all-time leading scorer in Cup history, netting a total of 22 goals. This achievement surpasses Lionel Messi, who has scored 21 goals in tournaments.
In addition to his record-breaking feat, Mbappé is also in the running for the ‘Golden Boot’ at the 2026 World Cup, having scored 10 goals in the tournament. Messi trails him with 8 goals but still has a chance to reclaim the lead in the upcoming final against Spain.
From the outset of the match, England dominated France’s defense. Declan Rice opened the scoring just three minutes in, followed by Ezri Konsa doubling the lead in the 18th minute. Bukayo Saka then scored two goals in quick succession at the 37th and 43rd minutes, putting England ahead 3-0.
However, the second half saw a resurgence from France, with Mbappé scoring twice in the 48th and 68th minutes, and Barcola adding another goal in the 58th minute. At one point, it seemed France might equalize, but in the 87th minute, Bukayo Saka scored from a penalty, extending England’s lead to 5-3. In injury time, Ousmane Dembélé scored for France, but Jude Bellingham sealed the victory for England with a final goal, ending the match at 6-4.