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England's World Cup Wonderwall Run Fell Short, But Don't Look Back In Anger
- Players and managers admit nobody wants the World Cup third-place game — Thomas Tuchel and Didier Deschamps called it an obligation, and Ibrahima Konate dubbed the bronze a "chocolate medal."
- Saturday doubles as an emotional send-off: this will be Didier Deschamps’ final match as France coach after a hugely successful tenure.
- England remain bruised after the Argentina loss — debates over Tuchel’s tactics, plus whether Kane and Bellingham will chase the Golden Boot (and if youngsters like Kobbie Mainoo get a chance).
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