France vs England Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 18 Jul 2026
France vs England Predictions
We feel confident when it comes to wagering England +0.5 on the Asian Handicap against France. Securing a price of -111 looks like the way forward and we need a win or draw here.
Continue reading for our full France vs England betting analysis, outlining the core arguments for our main match prediction, alongside our correct score prediction, player prop picks, corners prediction and bet builder tips.
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France square off against England at Hard Rock Stadium, with kick-off set for 17:00 on Saturday 18 July.
France lost when last in action. At Dallas Stadium, they were turned over 2-0 to Spain in the World Cup. Les Bleus had three shots on target and 49% possession.
England were defeated in their previous game, losing to Argentina by a 2-1 scoreline at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in the World Cup. Thomas Tuchel's men recorded just 37% possession and had two shots on goal, with Anthony Gordon on the scoresheet.
Teams’ Last H2H Saw 2-1 France Win
The scoreline was 2-1 in favour of away team France when they last faced England, with the encounter taking place at Al Bayt Stadium.
| FIFA World Cup | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  France |
3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 2 | 8 | 10:2 | 9 |
| 1 |  England |
3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 2 | 4 | 6:2 | 7 |
France have 8 wins, 1 loss and 1 draw, averaging 2.5 goals from 7.2 shots on goal and 18.1 attempts. Didier Deschamps' side have averaged 61.7% possession, 591.8 passes and 7.2 corners per game, with their opponents scoring 0.7 goals from 1.6 shots on goal, 5.4 attempts and 2.0 corners.
Top scorer Kylian Mbappe has found the net 10 times, Ousmane Dembele 5, with Bradley Barcola and Jean-Philippe Mateta both scoring 2. Leading assistor is Michael Olise with 5, while goalie Mike Maignan has recorded 5 clean sheets.
England have 8 victories, 1 defeat and 1 draw, with an average of 2.3 goals from 6.2 shots on goal and 15.4 attempts. The Three Lions have averaged 58.9% possession, 550.2 passes, 5.6 corners taken and 4.7 corners against, while conceding 0.8 goals from 2.9 shots on goal and 9.8 attempts.
Harry Kane is the leading goalscorer with 10, Jude Bellingham has 6, with Anthony Gordon and Eberechi Eze getting 2. Anthony Gordon and Bukayo Saka have had 3 assists in the previous 10 games, while Jordan Pickford has 4 clean sheets to his name.
Main Match Prediction
England +0.5 can deliver a return for this World Cup encounter. We’ll side with them on the Asian Handicap, with the latest stats backing up this selection which is on offer at odds of -111.
The football betting tips are only provided once we have a handle on the team news and the latest form guide. We are also on point when it comes to the most valuable World Cup stats.
Key stats supporting our main match prediction:
Based on the latest odds from the top bookmakers, our pick carries a 52.6% chance of winning. Our experts think there’s a stronger chance of success and calculate the probability to be 55-60%. This is why we regard this as a value bet.
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Correct Score Prediction
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There are odds of +650 that the two teams play out a 1-1 scoreline. The correct score option is popular due to the potential return that can be achieved.
Player Prop Picks
Harry Kane (England) has recorded over 2.5 shots in seven of his past ten matches. We think this could be a decisive stat and we’ll bet on him to cover the Player Shots line which is on offer at odds of -164.
Jude Bellingham (England) has managed five goals in his past five matches. We think there’s value in backing him for an Anytime Goalscorer prop bet at +270 which will hopefully see him find the net.
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Corners Prediction
The 4.5 corners line has been covered by France in their past five games, with the corner count against England going over 4.5 in their last three matches. We’re content to wager the +106 for France to cover the Team Corners line as this looks appealing.
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Bet Builder Tips
We’ve lined up different selections in the following same-game multi: England with the +0.5 Asian Handicap, Under 2.5 goals as well as France to rack up over 4.5 corners.
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France vs England Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
France are regarded as having a 52% chance of winning this World Cup clash in the eyes of the bookies. It means that their current betting odds are -109. If you’re interested in wagering England, you can get +275 for the underdog.
If you want to back the favourites with some insurance, then France are -250 on the Draw No Bet market. Alternatively, England are +165 and there is money back if the game ends all square.
Over 2.5 Goals is the shortest odds and that means three goals or more are anticipated. For those expecting both sides to find the net, Both Teams to Score Yes is available at -250.
The best football betting sites provide bettors with an abundance of options. For every World Cup game, you’re able to select from hundreds of markets and make the best choice.
There’s the chance to back Kylian Mbappé at +260 to be the First Goalscorer. He’s the favourite and available at similar odds to find the net last instead.
Latest competitive match stats. Full Time Result and Goals.
France Stats
England Stats
- 8 wins, 1 defeat and 1 draw in the previous 10 matches
- 8 wins, 1 defeat and 1 draw in the previous 10 home matches
- 8 wins, 1 defeat and 1 draw in the previous 10 matches
- 10 wins have been recorded in the previous 10 away matches.
- An average of 2.50 goals scored and 0.70 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.70 goals scored and 0.80 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 3.20 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 3.50 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 2 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 2.30 goals scored and 0.80 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.80 goals scored and 0.40 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 3.10 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 3.20 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 3 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 7.20 corners awarded and 2.00 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 7.50 corners awarded and 1.50 corners against in the last 10 home matches
- An average of 9.20 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 9.00 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
- Had the most corners in 9 and least corners in 0 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 9 and least corners in 0 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 5.60 corners awarded and 4.70 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 5.70 corners awarded and 4.00 corners against in the last 10 away matches
- An average of 10.30 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 9.70 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
- Had the most corners in 6 and least corners in 3 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 6 and least corners in 3 of the last 10 away matches
- An average of 61.70% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 60.70% possession in the last 10 home matches
- Most possession in 8 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 8 of the last 10 home matches
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France vs England Lineups & Team News
Always review the France vs England team news before locking in your bets. Get the latest predicted and confirmed World Cup lineups and injury news right here.
Previous France Lineups
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Injuries & Suspensions
France Player Stats & Squad
Manager: Didier Deschamps
England Player Stats & Squad
World Cup Table| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mexico | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 6:0 | 9 |
| 2 | South Africa | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2:3 | 4 |
| 3 | South Korea | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2:3 | 3 |
| 4 | Czech Republic | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2:6 | 1 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Switzerland | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 7:3 | 7 |
| 2 | Canada | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8:3 | 4 |
| 3 | Bosnia and H. | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5:6 | 4 |
| 4 | Qatar | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2:10 | 1 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brazil | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 7:1 | 7 |
| 2 | Morocco | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 6:3 | 7 |
| 3 | Scotland | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1:4 | 3 |
| 4 | Haiti | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2:8 | 0 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | USA | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 8:4 | 6 |
| 2 | Australia | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2:2 | 4 |
| 3 | Paraguay | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2:4 | 4 |
| 4 | Turkey | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3:5 | 3 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Germany | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 10:4 | 6 |
| 2 | Ivory Coast | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 4:2 | 6 |
| 3 | Ecuador | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2:2 | 4 |
| 4 | Curacao | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1:9 | 1 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Netherlands | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 10:4 | 7 |
| 2 | Japan | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 7:3 | 5 |
| 3 | Sweden | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 7:7 | 4 |
| 4 | Tunisia | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2:12 | 0 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Belgium | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 6:2 | 5 |
| 2 | Egypt | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 5:3 | 5 |
| 3 | Iran | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 3:3 | 3 |
| 4 | New Zealand | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 4:10 | 1 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Spain | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 5:0 | 7 |
| 2 | Cape Verde | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 2:2 | 3 |
| 3 | Uruguay | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 3:4 | 2 |
| 4 | Saudi Arabia | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1:5 | 2 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | France | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 10:2 | 9 |
| 2 | Norway | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 8:7 | 6 |
| 3 | Senegal | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 8:6 | 3 |
| 4 | Iraq | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1:12 | 0 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Argentina | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 8:1 | 9 |
| 2 | Austria | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 6:6 | 4 |
| 3 | Algeria | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5:7 | 4 |
| 4 | Jordan | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3:8 | 0 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Colombia | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4:1 | 7 |
| 2 | Portugal | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 6:1 | 5 |
| 3 | DR Congo | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4:3 | 4 |
| 4 | Uzbekistan | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2:11 | 0 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | England | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 6:2 | 7 |
| 2 | Croatia | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 5:5 | 6 |
| 3 | Ghana | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2:2 | 4 |
| 4 | Panama | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0:4 | 0 |
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