FIFA President Gianni Infantino Congratulates England on 2026 World Cup Bronze Medal

FIFA president Gianni Infantino congratulated England on finishing third at the 2026 World Cup, their best result in 60 years. England, managed by Thomas Tuchel, lost 2-1 to Argentina in the semi-final but defeated France 6-4 in the bronze medal match, the highest-scoring game of the tournament. In an Instagram post, Infantino praised England's 'incredible determination' in knockout wins over DR Congo, Mexico, and Norway. He highlighted Harry Kane becoming England's all-time top World Cup goalscorer, Jude Bellingham's standout performances, and Bukayo Saka's hat-trick against France. The tournament was the first 48-team World Cup, hosted in North America.

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