A look back at Les Bleus’ run at the 2026 World Cup. This team has been shining since June 16. Now, it’s on to the third-place match to bid farewell to Deschamps!
Les Bleus' run in the 2026 World Cup was a tough one from start to finish. Starting in the group stage, they had to battle it out against Senegal,Iraq, then Norway and Sweden, demonstrating resilience and true teamwork.
In the knockout stage, France went on to defeat Paraguay, then Morocco, in an intense match. In the semifinals, Didier Deschamps’s team fell to a Spanish side that was simply better that day. While the elimination was inevitably disappointing, it shouldn’t overshadow the Les Bleus’s impressive run.
Soccer is and will always be a team sport. This World Cup proved it once again: you can never win a soccer match on your own. Beyond individual feats, Les Bleus advanced thanks to a united team, in which everyone played their part.
Both on the field and on the bench, everyone stepped up when it mattered most. That solidarity—that desire to fight for one another—carried the team all the way to the semifinals. Even though the journey ended just short of the final, this team left behind the image of a close-knit group that never gave up. It was this strong unity among all 26 players that made this journey possible and allowed them to reach the world’s final four together.
This American tournament marks the end of an extraordinary human and athletic journey. Didier Deschamps led his very last World Cup from the French bench. True to his reputation, the head coach guided his team with discipline and pragmatism focused 100% on winning. Right up to the very end, his ability to manage his players and instill a winning mentality was the guiding principle of this 2026 French national team.
"La Dèche's" departure brings to a close the most glorious chapter in the modern history of French soccer. No other coach has left such a lasting mark on the national team. Under his leadership, Les Bleus reached exceptional heights:
This list of achievements definitively establishes Didier Deschamps as an absolute legend of French sports. His departure will leave a huge void, but also a legacy of professionalism and ambition that will guide the next generation.
After their loss to Spain, Les Bleus will have one more game to play. England, which lost to Argentina in the other semifinal, will be their opponent in the third-place match.
It won't be a final, but this match matters. A medal is at stake, and it's a great opportunity to end this World Cup on a high note against an opponent France knows well.
There are 90 minutes left to bring this adventure to a perfect close. This Saturday at 11 p.m. (French time), Les Bleus will have the chance to secure third place and end this World Cup on a high note. For this final battle, the entire team will need the support of the whole country. Act for Sport is behind them for this last match. We hope they beat England and bring the (small) trophy home.
Key takeaways
It is in amateur clubs that the teamwork and team spirit of our future international players are forged: find out how your company can support local soccer clubs through the “Act for Sport” sponsorship program.
When will France play in the third-place match of the 2026 World Cup? France will play for third place this Saturday at 11 p.m. (French time). Les Bleus will face England, following Argentina’s victory in the other semifinal. It will be a historic showdown for a spot on the world podium.
What is Didier Deschamps' record with the French national team? Didier Deschamps will step down as head coach after the 2026 World Cup. His record is exceptional: he led the team to victory in the 2018 World Cup and the 2021 Nations League, and to the finals of Euro 2016 and the 2022 World Cup.
Which French players stood out during the 2026 World Cup? Kylian Mbappé and Ousmane Dembélé lived up to their status as attacking leaders. The tournament also allowed Michael Olise to firmly establish himself as an undisputed starter and the future of Les Bleus’ offensive play.
Les Bleus' run in the 2026 World Cup was a tough one from start to finish. Starting in the group stage, they had to battle it out against Senegal,Iraq, then Norway and Sweden, demonstrating resilience and true teamwork.
In the knockout stage, France went on to defeat Paraguay, then Morocco, in an intense match. In the semifinals, Didier Deschamps’s team fell to a Spanish side that was simply better that day. While the elimination was inevitably disappointing, it shouldn’t overshadow the Les Bleus’s impressive run.
Soccer is and will always be a team sport. This World Cup proved it once again: you can never win a soccer match on your own. Beyond individual feats, Les Bleus advanced thanks to a united team, in which everyone played their part.
Both on the field and on the bench, everyone stepped up when it mattered most. That solidarity—that desire to fight for one another—carried the team all the way to the semifinals. Even though the journey ended just short of the final, this team left behind the image of a close-knit group that never gave up. It was this strong unity among all 26 players that made this journey possible and allowed them to reach the world’s final four together.
This American tournament marks the end of an extraordinary human and athletic journey. Didier Deschamps led his very last World Cup from the French bench. True to his reputation, the head coach guided his team with discipline and pragmatism focused 100% on winning. Right up to the very end, his ability to manage his players and instill a winning mentality was the guiding principle of this 2026 French national team.
"La Dèche's" departure brings to a close the most glorious chapter in the modern history of French soccer. No other coach has left such a lasting mark on the national team. Under his leadership, Les Bleus reached exceptional heights:
This list of achievements definitively establishes Didier Deschamps as an absolute legend of French sports. His departure will leave a huge void, but also a legacy of professionalism and ambition that will guide the next generation.
After their loss to Spain, Les Bleus will have one more game to play. England, which lost to Argentina in the other semifinal, will be their opponent in the third-place match.
It won't be a final, but this match matters. A medal is at stake, and it's a great opportunity to end this World Cup on a high note against an opponent France knows well.
There are 90 minutes left to bring this adventure to a perfect close. This Saturday at 11 p.m. (French time), Les Bleus will have the chance to secure third place and end this World Cup on a high note. For this final battle, the entire team will need the support of the whole country. Act for Sport is behind them for this last match. We hope they beat England and bring the (small) trophy home.
Key takeaways
It is in amateur clubs that the teamwork and team spirit of our future international players are forged: find out how your company can support local soccer clubs through the “Act for Sport” sponsorship program.
When will France play in the third-place match of the 2026 World Cup? France will play for third place this Saturday at 11 p.m. (French time). Les Bleus will face England, following Argentina’s victory in the other semifinal. It will be a historic showdown for a spot on the world podium.
What is Didier Deschamps' record with the French national team? Didier Deschamps will step down as head coach after the 2026 World Cup. His record is exceptional: he led the team to victory in the 2018 World Cup and the 2021 Nations League, and to the finals of Euro 2016 and the 2022 World Cup.
Which French players stood out during the 2026 World Cup? Kylian Mbappé and Ousmane Dembélé lived up to their status as attacking leaders. The tournament also allowed Michael Olise to firmly establish himself as an undisputed starter and the future of Les Bleus’ offensive play.
