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England trains for World Cup third-place match against France after semi-final loss
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England trains for World Cup third-place match against France after semi-final loss

From Times of Oman · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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News Named sources Context piece
  • England's football team trained in Miami ahead of their FIFA World Cup 2026 third-place match against France.
  • The team is preparing for their final challenge after a 2-1 loss to Argentina in the semi-finals.
  • England's hopes of reaching the World Cup final ended after Argentina's late comeback victory.

The England football team is preparing for their final match of the FIFA World Cup 2026, facing France for third place. Players were seen training in Miami, with the team's official X account sharing pictures and videos of their preparations.

The Three Lions are looking to regroup after a heart-breaking semi-final loss to Argentina. England conceded a late comeback, falling 2-1 after taking the lead. Enzo Fernandez equalized for Argentina in the 85th minute, and Lautaro Martinez scored the stoppage-time winner, sending the defending champions to the final.

Putting in the prep for our final challenge.

โ€” England football teamCaption accompanying a post on the team's official X account showing players training.

This defeat ended England's aspirations of reaching their first World Cup final since 1966. Despite a tightly contested first half and an opening goal from Anthony Gordon in the 55th minute, England's defense couldn't hold off Argentina's late surge.

Now, England shifts its focus to securing third place against France, while Argentina prepares to face Spain in the title clash.

Back on the pitch together as we build towards France.

โ€” England football teamCaption accompanying another post on the team's official X account.
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