England's Bronze Medal a Test for Gareth Southgate and the FA The 2026 World Cup has been marked by its share of upsets and thrilling matches.
One aspect that stands out is how teams have adapted to adversity – none more so than England's victory over France in the third place playoff match, which ended with a 10 0 drubbing.
This result sends a strong signal about the team's resilience and tactical acumen. England's path to the bronze medal was far from straightforward.