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Saka leads England over France in thriller; 6-4, Mbappé passes Messi
By Nick Viviani at FOX 5 Atlanta (WAGA) - News
· July 19, 2026
· 1 min read
England held on against a furious second-half comeback by France to win 6-4 and claim third place in the 2026 World Cup, while Kylian Mbappé laid down the gauntlet in the Golden Boot race.
Why this matters in The Atlanta
Atlanta soccer fans who gathered to watch the England-France match at local pubs and restaurants were treated to a thrilling display of offense, with England's 6-4 victory over France providing plenty of excitement. The city's growing soccer community, which has been boosted by the success of Atlanta United, was likely enthralled by the back-and-forth action on the pitch. Kylian Mbappé's performance, which helped him pass Lionel Messi in the Golden Boot race, will also be of interest to local fans who have been following the World Cup closely. As the tournament comes to a close, Atlanta's soccer enthusiasts will be looking to see how the city's own team will fare in the upcoming season, and whether they can replicate the kind of high-scoring offense that was on display in the England-France match.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 19, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 5 Atlanta (WAGA) - News ·
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