England beat Croatia 4-2 and start World Cup campaign with a win

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18 Jun 2026 • 6:06 AM MYT
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England have got off to winning ways in the World Cup, beating Croatia 4-2 in a brilliantly entertaining affair.

The Three Lions took the lead twice in the first half, both thanks to Harry Kane, but were answered back through goals from Martin Baturina and Petar Musa.

Jude Bellingham and Marcus Rashford's second-half strikes were enough for England to pick up all three points in Group L and defeat Croatia.

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Jude Bellingham | Source: GETTY

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Harry Kane | Source: REUTERS

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Thomas Tuchel | Source: REUTERS

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Reece James, Noni Madueke | Source: GETTY

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