Harry Kane missed a penalty despite earlier having converted from the spot as Gareth Southgate’s side fell to a 2-1 defeat to the world champions.
Aurélien Tchouaméni and Oliver Giroud scored the goals as Didier Deschamps’ side became only the third team to reach the semi-finals when defending the World Cup in the competition’s long history.
Southgate’s future in charge is now the subject of much speculation. While the 52-year-old has a contract running until 2024, as well as support within both the FA and the playing squad, the England manager stressed he needed time to reflect on his position.
“I think whenever I finish these tournaments, I’ve needed time to make correct decisions,” said Southgate.
“Emotionally you go through so many different feelings. The energy it takes through these tournaments is enormous. I want to make the right decision, whatever that is for the team, for England, for the FA.
“I’ve got to be sure whatever decision I make is the right one. I think it’s right to take time to do that because I know in the past my feelings have fluctuated in the immediate aftermath of tournaments.”
On Sunday morning, the squad and staff left their Al Wakrah base as the journey home began.
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