England vs. France odds, predictions: 2026 World Cup third-place match picks from proven soccer expert

A marquee showdown between massive European rivals awaits for the 2026 World Cup third-place match on Saturday, as England take on France. It's a worthy clash for third place, as France are ranked third in the FIFA/Coca-Cola World Rankings, with England at fourth. The rivals have faced off at a World Cup just once in the last 40 years; France won 2-1 in a Qatar quarterfinal in 2022. Trade England vs. France, where new users get a $15 bonus after $15 in trades with the Kalshi promo code SPORTSLINE15:

Kickoff for France vs. England is 5 p.m. ET from Miami. The latest France vs. England odds from FanDuel Sportsbook list France at -115 (risk $115 to win $100) on the 90-minute money line, with England at +280 and a draw at +280. France are favored to win overall at -215, with England at +172. 

Before locking in any France vs. England picks or World Cup 2026 predictions, you need to see what proven soccer expert Jon "Buckets" Eimer has to say.

Eimer is a high-volume bettor who has vast knowledge of leagues and players across the globe. Since joining SportsLine, he has covered the English Premier League, Champions League, Serie A, the FA Cup, and more. He's been red-hot on his soccer betting picks in 2026, posting a 31-13-2 record and returning over $1,200 of profit on his Champions League picks. He's also on a 27-18-2 run on WC picks!

Now Eimer has turned his attention to England vs. France in the 2026 World Cup, and revealed his best bets. 

One of Eimer's England vs. France predictions: He is leaning Over on total goals (2.5). "Kylian Mbappe will be motivated to attack for the Golden Boot award (most goals at the World Cup). Meanwhile, Harry Kane is sitting 2 goals back alongside Jude Bellingham, so they'll be able to find some personal motivation as well." 

Eimer has also found a critical x-factor and locked in THREE best bets, including one that returns nearly +400!

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