Butita: France vs England felt like a PlayStation game
By Paulette Mboga, July 19, 2026Comedian Eddie Butita has described the FIFA World Cup third-place playoff between France and England as a match that looked like a PlayStation game after the two teams produced an action-filled contest.
England went on to beat France 6-4 in a match that had goals from both sides and many dramatic moments.
“France Vs England felt like a PlayStation Game 4-6,” Butita said on Saturday, July 18, 2026.
England came into the match after missing out on a place in the World Cup final. The team had lost to Argentina in the semifinals after giving away a late lead. France had also failed to reach the final after losing to Spain.
England coach Thomas Tuchel left Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham on the bench, while France coach Didier Deschamps, who is stepping down after 14 years in charge, also rested Bradley Barcola and Ousmane Dembele.
England race into early lead
England made a fast start and took the lead in the third minute through Declan Rice, who scored from distance. Ezri Konsa later added another goal to make it 2-0 as England stayed in control.
The match turned into one of the most talked-about games of the tournament because of the number of goals and the fast pace from start to finish. It was a crazy match that had many twists, and people followed every moment while posting on social media as England secured third place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The France versus England third-place playoff will go down as one of the craziest World Cup matches ever played. The 6-4 scoreline, end-to-end action and ten goals kept viewers glued to the game from the first whistle to the last.
The excitement was so intense that celebrities kept updating their social media accounts as though they were on the pitch themselves, sharing every twist and turn. The match quickly became the biggest talking point, with conversations continuing long after the final whistle. Even after it ended, many people were still discussing the incredible contest and the unforgettable moments it produced.