France vs England Stats, Match Statistics, xG & Player Data
(Miami)
France vs England stats frame the World Cup 2026 bronze final at Miami Stadium, where the France national football team face the England national football team on 18 July 2026. FOX public matchup data gives France the edge in goals, xG, shots, possession, chance creation, and clean sheets before kickoff. England still carry Kane, Bellingham, Gordon, and Pickford into a match shaped by response, rotation, and final-tournament pride.
France World Cup 2026 squad and fixtures show a side trying to answer Spain's 2-0 semifinal win with a cleaner attacking display. England World Cup 2026 squad and fixtures show a team coming off Argentina's late 2-1 comeback in Atlanta. The World Cup 2026 schedule confirms the match window after the two semifinal losses.
The bronze final starts at 17:00 ET on 18 July 2026 at Miami Stadium World Cup venue. It belongs in the World Cup 2026 stats and records tracker because Mbappe and Messi enter the last weekend level on eight goals. Full match stats should replace these public comparison numbers after the official event feed closes.
France vs England Stats – Match Statistics Overview
France enter with 2.3 goals per game, 1.8 xG, 17.9 shots, 64% possession, and 13.0 chances created per game in FOX public data. That profile gives France the stronger attacking platform before the bronze final. Their defensive line also sits lower at 0.6 goals against per match.
England enter with 2.0 goals per game, 1.7 xG, 14.0 shots, 61% possession, and 9.6 chances created per game. The gap is not huge, but France carry more shot volume and a cleaner defensive record. England need better final-third efficiency than they showed late against Argentina.
France vs England Stats Snapshot
The snapshot uses verified public pre-match data because the full event stat feed has not closed yet. France lead every major team comparison except goalkeeper save marker. England can still close the gap if Kane and Bellingham turn fewer attacks into higher-quality shots.
| Stat | France | England |
|---|---|---|
| FIFA Ranking | 3 | 4 |
| Goals Per Match | 2.3 | 2.0 |
| xG Per Match | 1.8 | 1.7 |
| Goals Against Per Match | 0.6 | 1.1 |
| Shots Per Match | 17.9 | 14.0 |
| Average Possession | 64% | 61% |
| Chances Created Avg | 13.0 | 9.6 |
Attacking Stats Comparison
France have the sharper attacking profile across goals, shots, xG, and chance creation. Kylian Mbappe leads their player data with eight goals, 21 shots on goal, and 5.4 xG. Michael Olise adds the service line with five assists.
England answer through Harry Kane, who has six goals, 13 shots on goal, and 3.5 xG. Anthony Gordon has three assists and also scored in the semifinal loss to Argentina. England need earlier support around Kane because France can control the first pass after recovery.
| Attack Stat | France | England |
|---|---|---|
| Goals Per Match | 2.3 | 2.0 |
| Expected Goals Avg | 1.8 | 1.7 |
| Shots Per Match | 17.9 | 14.0 |
| Top Scorer | Kylian Mbappe, 8 | Harry Kane, 6 |
| Chances Created Avg | 13.0 | 9.6 |
| Shot Conversion | 13% | 14% |
| xG Leader | Kylian Mbappe, 5.4 | Harry Kane, 3.5 |
Defensive Stats Comparison
France have conceded 0.6 goals per match across FOX public data. Mike Maignan leads their keeper line with four clean sheets and a 19% save marker. That defensive record gives France a useful base even if Deschamps rotates.
England have conceded 1.1 goals per match and Pickford sits on two clean sheets. His 20% keeper-save marker gives England one small defensive edge in the card data. The wider concern is how England defend late pressure after the Argentina collapse.
| Defensive Stat | France | England |
|---|---|---|
| Goals Against Per Match | 0.6 | 1.1 |
| Keeper Clean Sheets | Mike Maignan, 4 | Jordan Pickford, 2 |
| Keeper Save Marker | 19% | 20% |
| Full Tackles Data | yet to be confirmed | yet to be confirmed |
| Full Interceptions Data | yet to be confirmed | yet to be confirmed |
| Full Clearances Data | yet to be confirmed | yet to be confirmed |
Passing and Possession Analysis
France carry 64% average possession in the matchup data, while England sit at 61%. France also lead chance creation by 13.0 to 9.6, which suggests their possession has produced more useful territory. That should matter if the match opens after the first goal.
England can still use Rice and Bellingham to contest central zones and protect second balls. France can use Tchouameni, Rabiot, Dembele, Olise, and Mbappe to stretch both sides. Public pass volume and pass accuracy remain yet to be confirmed before the live feed closes.
| Passing Stat | France | England |
|---|---|---|
| Average Possession | 64% | 61% |
| Card Possession Share | 64% | 61% |
| Chances Created Avg | 13.0 | 9.6 |
| Passes Per Match | yet to be confirmed | yet to be confirmed |
| Pass Accuracy | yet to be confirmed | yet to be confirmed |
| Crosses Avg | yet to be confirmed | yet to be confirmed |
Key Player Statistics
Mbappe enters with eight goals and four player-of-the-match markers, so France have the leading Golden Boot threat in this bronze match. Olise supplies the strongest assist line and gives France a direct route from the right side. Maignan gives the back line a clean-sheet reference behind them.
Kane remains England's main scoring reference with six goals and 3.5 xG. Bellingham gives England late-box power and three player-of-the-match markers. Pickford can keep England alive if France create the higher shot volume again.
| Player | Team | Key Data |
|---|---|---|
| Kylian Mbappe | France | Goals: 8, SOG: 21, xG: 5.4 |
| Michael Olise | France | Assists: 5, Team CC: 13.0, Team Poss: 64% |
| Mike Maignan | France | Save %: 19, Clean Sheets: 4, GA Avg: 0.6 |
| Harry Kane | England | Goals: 6, SOG: 13, xG: 3.5 |
| Anthony Gordon | England | Assists: 3, Team CC: 9.6, Team Poss: 61% |
| Jordan Pickford | England | Save %: 20, Clean Sheets: 2, GA Avg: 1.1 |
Expected Goals Analysis
The xG comparison favours France by 1.8 to 1.7. That is a narrow margin, but it matches their higher shots per match and stronger chance-creation figure. France have built more repeatable pressure across the public tournament data.
England need fewer loose final passes because their shot volume is lower. Kane can still outperform average xG if he gets service early. The full-time update should separate open-play xG, set-piece xG, saves, blocks, and shot locations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is France vs England?
France vs England is scheduled for 18 July 2026 at 17:00 ET at Miami Stadium.
What are the France vs England xG stats?
FOX public data lists France at 1.8 xG per match and England at 1.7 xG per match before kickoff.
Who has the better attacking stats?
France lead in goals, xG, shots, possession, chance creation, and Mbappe's player-leader numbers.
Which players lead the key stats?
Kylian Mbappe leads France with eight goals and 5.4 xG. Harry Kane leads England with six goals and 3.5 xG.
Will the stats update after full time?
Yes. Full match stats, xG, possession, shots, cards, and player data should replace public averages after the event feed closes.
France vs England stats favour France before kickoff because their attack and defensive record both carry stronger public numbers.
England need Kane, Bellingham, Gordon, Rice, and Pickford to turn a smaller statistical platform into sharper moments.
The bronze final should be judged by response as much as ranking because both teams arrive from painful semifinal exits.
