Watch FIFA World Cup™ Third-Place Playoff Match at Miami Stadium on Saturday, July 18, 2026 with kickoff set for 5:00 p.m. ET / 2:00 p.m. PT. The match will feature France vs the losing semifinalists between England vs Argentina. Recent third-place matches have still carried major significance, including Croatia’s 2–1 win over Morocco in 2022 as Luka Modrić helped lead his country to another top-three finish. This match will decide who finishes third in the first 48-team World Cup and serve as the final match for both teams in the tournament.

Where to watch FIFA World Cup Third Place Playoff Match - France vs England/Argentina

The FIFA World Cup™ Bronze Final will air live on FOX in the U.S. Soccer fans can stream the game live and on-demand on FOX One and the FOX Sports App. FOX One delivers a new, innovative viewing experience with features like multiview, real-time stats, key plays, and personalized recommendations. The match will also be available in 4K on FOX One and most major Pay TV providers.

FIFA World Cup History and Recent Third-Place Finishers

The FIFA World Cup™ third-place match has long given teams one final chance to close out the tournament with a win and leave with a medal. Recent editions have featured competitive performances from teams that fell just short of the final, including Croatia in 2022 and Belgium in 2018. That run shows how the match continues to matter, with national teams adding another notable result to their World Cup history.

2022: Croatia
2018: Belgium
2014: Netherlands
2010: Germany
2006: Germany
2002: Turkey

FIFA World Cup 2026™ Finals Schedule

July 18, 2026
Match 103 - Watch the FIFA World Cup 2026™ Third Place - 5:00 p.m. ET / 2:00 p.m. PT

July 19, 2026
Match 104 - Watch the FIFA World Cup 2026™ Final - 3:00 p.m. ET / 12:00 p.m. PT

FIFA World Cup 2026™ Semi-Finals Schedule

Tuesday, July 14, 2026
Match 101 – Watch France vs Spain - 3:00 p.m. ET / 12:00 p.m. PT

Wednesday, July 15, 2026
Match 102 – Watch England vs Argentina - 3:00 p.m. ET / 12:00 p.m. PT

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