France vs England: FIFA World Cup preview, head-to-head & prediction
France meet England in FIFA World Cup, with kick-off on Saturday 18 July 2026 at 21:00 UTC. Here's the head-to-head record, how both sides are shaping up and what to expect — all from SportScore's live data.
Head-to-head
The two sides have met 8 times. France have won 5, England 2, with 1 draw.
| Date | Competition | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 10 Dec 2022 | FIFA World Cup | England 1–2 France |
| 13 Jun 2017 | International Friendly | France 3–2 England |
| 17 Nov 2015 | International Friendly | England 2–0 France |
| 11 Jun 2012 | UEFA European Championship | France 1–1 England |
| 17 Nov 2010 | International Club Friendly | England 1–2 France |
Recent form
France are in excellent form — L W W W W from their last 5 (W4 D0 L1).
- L v Spain (0–2)
- W v Morocco (2–0)
- W v Paraguay (1–0)
- W v Sweden (3–0)
- W v Norway (4–1)
England are in excellent form — L W W W W from their last 5 (W4 D0 L1).
- L v Argentina (1–2)
- W v Norway (3–2)
- W v Mexico (3–2)
- W v Democratic Republic of the Congo (2–1)
- W v Panama (2–0)
What to expect
There's little between them on recent form, and history slightly favours France, who have the edge in this fixture over the years. Fine margins should decide it.