England will face France in the 2026 World Cup third-place play-off on Saturday at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami.
England head coach Thomas Tuchel addressed his squad after their 2-1 semi-final loss to Argentina on Wednesday. He urged the players to finish the tournament strongly against France.
Tuchel expressed pride in reaching the semi-finals and rejected criticism of his tactics in the defeat. The manager, who extended his contract in February, retains the full support of the Football Association.
Didier Deschamps will manage France for the final time in the match. The French coach described the national team as the most beautiful thing that has happened to him during his 14-year tenure.
William Saliba is ruled out for France due to a back injury. Kylian Mbappe is available and tied with Lionel Messi on eight goals in the tournament.
