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How England plot to avenge years of heartbreak by Croatia in critical World Cup opener

England manager Thomas Tuchel said his squad needed no more ‘emotional fuel’ ahead of what is expected to be a serious test for the World Cup hopefuls

The Independent UK

Thomas Tuchel says World Cup opener against Croatia will ‘bring out the best’ in ‘brave’ England

England manager Thomas Tuchel promised his squad would rise to the occasion against Croatia

The Independent UK

World Cup 2026: Gen Z leads pride in England ahead of first game for Harry Kane's team against Croatia

Half of English adults say they are proud of the men’s national team, rising to 59% for Gen Z, according to a poll by More in Common

Evening Standard

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Pub bookings surge by 300% for England’s World Cup kick-off

Bookings for pub arrivals up to two hours before England’s opener against Croatia on Wednesday are up 293%, according to technology provider Zonal.

Evening Standard

World Cup fever hits England as pub bookings surge by 300 per cent for Croatia clash

England will begin their World Cup campaign when they face Croatia on Wednesday

The Independent UK

Kobbie Mainoo receives ‘special’ World Cup message from Wayne Rooney

Manchester United star Kobbie Mainoo has received a good luck message from Wayne Rooney ahead of England’s first World Cup game against Croatia on Wednesday. Mainoo read the message out during an interview with the BBC as Rooney hailed him as “an inspiration” for young players after coming through a…

The Independent UK

Starmer says England can ‘dare to dream’ ahead of World Cup opener

Sir Keir Starmer has stated England can "dare to dream" again, offering praise to the team before their World Cup opener. The Three Lions are set to begin their Group L campaign against Croatia in Dallas on Wednesday night. The Prime Minister said: “Tomorrow, we can dare to dream again…

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England flags could be confiscated from supporters attending World Cup opener

Fans have been advised they will not be allowed to hang flags over LED advertising boards for the match against Croatia at Dallas Stadium

The Guardian - UK

England betting offer: 66/1 on Harry Kane to have a shot on target vs Croatia with Ladbrokes

Ladbrokes are running an England free bet offer for the Three Lions’ opening game of the World Cup

Evening Standard

England Predicted Lineup vs. Croatia: World Cup Group L

These two sides will clash for the third time at a major tournament over the past decade.

Sports Illustrated

England suffer major injury blow on eve of World Cup opener vs Croatia

England full-back Livramento has been ruled out of the World Cup and replaced by Chalobah on the eve of their opener against Croatia.

The National (Scotland)

Rocky's World Cup Curse? Influencer Beta Mejía and Ecuador Learned the Hard Way: Philadelphia Is Warning Everyone Else

Philadelphia tourism officials are leaning into one of the city's strangest sports superstitions after Ecuador became the latest team linked to the infamous "Rocky Statue Curse." In a tongue-in-cheek Instagram post published by Pennsylvania tourism authorities, World Cup delegations from Brazil, Haiti, France, Iraq, Curaçao, Croatia and Ghana were welcomed…

Latin Times

Gary Neville sends warning to England defence ahead of World Cup opener against Croatia

England will begin their World Cup campaign against Croatia in Dallas on Wednesday

The Independent UK

England call up surprise choice to replace Tino Livramento in World Cup squad

The Three Lions open their campaign against Croatia on Wednesday but will be without an option at the back

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A month-old pony moves to a 4th-floor apartment in Croatia. Neighbors don't mind.

A month-old pony named Mile is the newest resident of an apartment building in the northern Croatian coastal town of Rovinj

The Guardian - UK

Luka Modric has been tormenting England for 20 years. Can he do it one more time?

From Zagreb to Wembley and Moscow, the Croatia great has derailed the Three Lions on many occasions. Now he’s ready for one last dance in Dallas

The Independent UK

The ‘generational’ Croatia star England must be wary of in World Cup opener

Tottenham’s Luka Vuskovic could be one of the breakout stars of this summer’s tournament

Evening Standard

England vs Croatia: World Cup 2026 prediction, kick-off time, team news, TV, live stream, h2h results, odds today

Three Lions face familiar major tournament foes in Group L curtain-raiser in Dallas

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The Independent UK

The real reason why England must top their World Cup group

Winning the group comes with a potentially easier road to the final, but ahead of England’s crunch game against Croatia in Dallas on Wednesday, reasons of geography are the strongest motivation to top Group L

Evening Standard

Bukayo Saka reveals injury latest as fitness 'gamble' promised for England's World Cup opener

Three Lions face Croatia on Wednesday but star winger still carrying niggling Achilles problem

FourFourTwo

When and where is England's first game? Everything you need to know

England will take on Croatia in their opening Group L game of the World Cup

The Independent UK

Swat team deployed during police incident near England World Cup venue days before crucial Croatia clash

Dozens of Arlington Police vehicles could be seen stationed a short drive from the AT&T Stadium, where the Three Lions face Croatia on Wednesday

Sports Lens

England vs Croatia World Cup Opener: Gordon Start, Konsa Partners Stones, Saka Fitness Doubt

England and Croatia meet in Group L of the 2026 World Cup on June 17 at AT&T Stadium in Dallas, with Thomas Tuchel’s side entering as heavy favorites at -165 with BetOnline, while Croatia are available at +410 and the draw is priced at +280. Anthony Gordon is set to…

The Independent UK

Croatia prepared to face ‘master of the game’ Harry Kane in World Cup opener

Croatia defender Duje Caleta-Car described the England striker as as “master of the game”

The Independent UK

Croatia fear England’s ‘master of the game’ Harry Kane – here’s why

Croatian defender Duje Caleta-Car has stated that his team is ready to face England 's Harry Kane , whom he described as a 'master of the game', in their World Cup opener on Wednesday. The Group L match, a highly anticipated fixture, is scheduled to take place at the Dallas…

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