Emotional Barry praises 'heartbroken' England players

England assistant coach Anthony Barry praised his players as 'heartbroken' but proud after their 4-0 halftime lead over France in the 2026 World Cup third-place play-off at Miami Stadium. Barry told BBC Sport the squad had shown immense character following their semifinal defeat, emphasizing their emotional state while commending their performance. The match, which determines third place, affects both teams' final standing in the tournament. For England, this game matters as a chance to end on a high note despite missing the final, while France aims to salvage pride after a disappointing campaign. The specific scoreline at halftime was 4-0 to England, with the match taking place in Miami during the 2026 World Cup. Barry, who joined the coaching staff in 2021, noted the players were 'heartbroken' after the semifinal loss but had regrouped for this fixture. The likely next steps are for England to maintain their lead and secure third place, while France will seek a second-half comeback. The result will determine the bronze medalists of the tournament.