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England - Croatia: Relive the Three Lions' victory in their World Cup opener

England began their World Cup campaign against Croatia with a 4-2 victory in a rematch of the 2018 semi-final. Thomas Tuchel's side put aside the pre-match selection controversy to claim three points in Group L. Follow the key moments from the match below.

France 24

Thomas Tuchel explains call to bench Bukayo Saka for England v Croatia

The Arsenal winger has been left out in one of four big calls from the England boss

The Independent UK

Why Bukayo Saka Isn’t Playing for England vs. Croatia—2026 World Cup Opener

Saka has captained England on occasion but did not get a starting spot in Thomas Tuchel’s first XI against Croatia.

Sports Illustrated

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England boss Tuchel explains key selection decisions ahead of Croatia World Cup clash

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The Independent UK

England line-up confirmed for World Cup clash with Croatia as major star benched

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The Independent UK

England vs Croatia head-to-head record, as Thomas Tuchel looks to maintain Three Lions dominance

England and Croatia face off in the World Cup 2026 group stage, but which team has the upper hand over the course of history?

FourFourTwo

England vs Croatia LIVE: World Cup 2026 result, latest updates and reaction

Harry Kane at the double as Three Lions net four goals and make statement with flying second half

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World Cup 2026 LIVE: Ivory Coast striker refused entry to Canada over match-fixing arrest

Wahi was denied entry into Canada a day after it was revealed that the 23-year-old had been arrested over match-fixing offences

The Independent UK

Why Has Thomas Tuchel Still Not Called Up Trent Alexander-Arnold to England’s World Cup Roster?

Tino Livramento’s injury saw Trevoh Chalobah added to the World Cup roster.

Sports Illustrated

Bizarre photoshoots and baby blue trackies – are the England team having an aesthetic identity crisis?

IN FOCUS: The Three Lions have struck some truly unique poses in their official team photos for the World Cup. Katie Rosseinsky explores the unexpected shake-up to their image in anticipation of their first match

The Independent UK

England vs Croatia prediction as Thomas Tuchel leads the Three Lions at his first major tournament

Familiar World Cup foes meet again in Texas showdown

FourFourTwo

England out to avenge 2018 semifinal loss to Croatia as they start World Cup campaign

England coach Thomas Tuchel said he expected former Real Madrid legend Luka Modrić and Manchester City's Mateo Kovačić to still be the "heartbeat" of the Croatian side.

Euronews

Spain stall, Brazil disappoint and France recover: How England's rivals are faring at World Cup 2026

Argentina and Germany have also made strong starts at this summer’s World Cup

Evening Standard

The Four Biggest Storylines for England at the 2026 World Cup

Thomas Tuchel guides England to its first tournament under his supervision.

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The Independent UK

England’s predicted team line up for World Cup opener against Croatia

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Evening Standard

Who is England vs Croatia referee? Thomas Tuchel faces reunion with official he called 'absolutely terrible'

Tuchel is unlikely to have been particularly delighted with a key appointment for England’s World Cup opener

The Guardian - UK

World Cup 2026: Starmer tells England to ‘dare to dream’, environment protests planned for Mexico match – as it happened

Sir Keir Starmer offered his best wishes to the England team before their entry into the tournament

The Independent UK

World Cup 2026 LIVE: England fans take over Dallas ahead of opener against Croatia

England get their World Cup campaign underway against Croatia tonight, with Harry Kane hoping to match the standards set by hat-trick hero Lionel Messi

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Evening Standard

England have a huge opportunity in World Cup grudge match that Thomas Tuchel must take

Croatia have dished out enough hurt to England over the years to prove they must not be taken lightly

Evening Standard

Thomas Tuchel reveals England national anthem decision ahead of World Cup 2026 opener

Former Chelsea boss will lead Three Lions in World Cup opener today

FourFourTwo

‘I loved him ever since he came onto the scene’ Ex-England defender backs Manchester City and Three Lions star to announce himself on World Cup stage

Wayne Bridge lauded the qualities of Nico O’Reilly and is backing the Manchester City defender to shine for England at the 2026 FIFA World Cup

The Independent UK

Everything you missed from day six at World Cup 2026: Messi magic, England’s late squad change, and VAR controversy

Elsewhere, Kylian Mbappe rewrote some records as France turned on the style after the tournament’s biggest refereeing controversy so far

The Guardian - UK

Tuchel says World Cup will ‘bring out the best’ in England against old foes Croatia

Thomas Tuchel has said the occasion and tension will bring the best out of England when they open their World Cup campaign against Croatia

The Guardian - UK

Tuchel may be unburdened by English baggage but he is no longer an outsider

England’s ‘footballaholic’ head coach may not be motivated by a fan’s passion but he is more than just a gun for hire

Sports Illustrated

England vs. Croatia—World Cup: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

A repeat of the 2018 World Cup semifinal kicks off Group L.

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