Final two World Cup matches to be shown live on BBC
The BBC has announced it will broadcast the final two matches of the 2026 World Cup, including the bronze final between England and France and the championship match between Argentina and Spain. Coverage will be available across TV, radio, and digital platforms with interactive features.
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Figure caption, Spain into World Cup final after dominant victory over France
Saturday's World Cup third-place play-off between England and France and Sunday's World Cup final will both be shown live on BBC TV.
England lost 2-1 to Argentina in dramatic fashion in Wednesday's semi-final a day after France were beaten 2-0 by Spain in their last-four tie.
Saturday's match, which is now known as the bronze final, will kick off at 22:00 BST.
Argentina will face Spain in the final a day later, with a 20:00 BST kick-off.
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