After the agonising defeat to Argentina, England face France in the World Cup 2026 third-place play-off at the Miami Stadium on Saturday.

The Three Lions were dreaming of a place in the final for the first time in 60 years after Anthony Gordon fired them into the lead over the reigning champions in the 55th minute of Wednesday’s semi-final.

Thomas Tuchel’s team attempted to defend the advantage, however, and the head coach’s substitutions backfired as Argentina – inspired by Lionel Messi – struck late through Enzo Fernández and Lautaro Martinez to break English hearts.

France were the favourites to win the World Cup after Kylian Mbappe spearheaded a series of devastating displays in the earlier rounds, but their hopes were ended by a well-drilled Spain side in Tuesday’s first semi.

Mikel Oyarzabal and Pedro Porro struck either side of the break to condemn Les Bleus to defeat and ensure French manager Didier Deschamps’s 14-year reign will end on a relatively anti-climactic note.

Radio Times has rounded up everything you need to know about how to watch France v England on TV and online.

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When is France v England?

France v England will take place on Saturday 18 July 2026.

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France v England kick-off time

France v England will kick off at 10pm UK time.

The third-place play-off match is set to be played at Miami Stadium in Florida, United States.

What TV channel is France v England on?

You can watch the game live on BBC One.

All 104 World Cup 2026 matches are on free-to-air TV for UK viewers, split between ITV and BBC.

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How to live stream France v England online

UK viewers can stream the game live online via BBC iPlayer.

The streaming platform is available on a range of devices, from desktop and laptop computers to smartphones and tablets via the app.

Is France v England on radio?

You can listen to the match on talkSPORT and BBC Radio 5 Live.

BBC Radio 5 Live is available on DAB radio, MW 693 kHz, 909 kHz and 990 kHz, or you can tune into the station via most TV packages. You can also listen to Radio 5 Live online via the BBC website or BBC Sounds app.

talkSPORT is available on DAB radio, predominantly MW 1089 kHz though you may need to check its official website for some localised frequencies for talkSPORT, and like the BBC, you can tune in via most TV packages. You can also listen to talkSPORT online via the website or app.

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