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Luka Modrić to Wear Special Legacy Badge on Shirt
Luka Modrić will wear a special legacy badge on his shirt, joining other players honored with the unique emblem.
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Martin Baturina Scores on World Cup Debut
Martin Baturina scored a remarkable goal on his World Cup debut for Croatia. The Como midfielder made an immediate impact on the international stage.
Matches
Kane scores retaken penalty to put England ahead against Croatia
Harry Kane scored a retaken penalty to give England a 1-0 lead against Croatia after his initial attempt was saved by Dominik Livakovic, who was judged to have left his line.
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Baturina equalises for Croatia against England
Martin Baturina scored from outside the box to level the score at 1-1 for Croatia against England in their FIFA World Cup Group L match at Dallas Stadium.
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Kane heads England into 2-1 lead against Croatia
Harry Kane scored his second goal of the match, heading in a Declan Rice corner to give England a 2-1 lead over Croatia.
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Musa scores for Croatia to level match against England
Petar Musa scored for Croatia to make it 2-2 against England in their World Cup match in Dallas.
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Bellingham puts England 3-2 up early in second half
Jude Bellingham scored in the 47th minute to give England a 3-2 lead over Croatia in the second half of their World Cup match.
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Kane: Stuttered run-up was deliberate to draw keeper off line
Harry Kane scored a retaken penalty in England's 4-2 win over Croatia after VAR ruled goalkeeper Dominik Livakovic had come off his line. Kane said he used a stuttered run-up deliberately, knowing Livakovic tends to move early.
Matches
Rate England's Players in World Cup Opener Against Croatia
BBC Sport invites users to rate England and Croatia players in their World Cup opener. Ratings are on a scale of 1 to 10, with the rater closing 30 minutes after full-time. Users must be signed in to a BBC account to participate.
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Croatia's key players to watch in World Cup opener against England
Croatia, ranked 11th in the world, face England in their Group L opener on Wednesday. Despite an aging core, the team remains formidable with six players from the 2018 squad. Key threats include Luka Modric, Josko Gvardiol, and rising star Petar Sucic.
Players
Modric and Croatia: Defying the Odds Again
Luka Modric, now 40, leads Croatia into the 2026 World Cup opener against England. From a childhood shaped by war to a Ballon d'Or winner, his story mirrors a nation that consistently overachieves on the global stage.
News
Kane: England have one of the best opportunities to win World Cup
Harry Kane says England have one of the best chances to win the World Cup as they prepare to face Croatia in their opening match. The captain expressed confidence in the squad's ability.
Matches
Tuchel: England won't change style despite US heat
England manager Thomas Tuchel says he will not adapt his team's playing style at the World Cup despite high temperatures in the US, as it would mean forfeiting their strengths. The German coach emphasizes physicality and courage ahead of their opener against Croatia.
Matches
World Cup 2026: England, Portugal, Croatia and Colombia Kick Off
England face Croatia in a rematch of the 2018 semi-final, while Portugal, Colombia, and other teams begin their World Cup 2026 campaigns. Group L and K matches feature heavyweights and debutants across North American host cities.
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England fans pay £850 for World Cup tickets in Dallas
BBC Sport spoke to England fans who traveled to Dallas for the World Cup opener against Croatia, with some paying £850 for tickets. The match is set for Wednesday.
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Up to 15,000 England fans expected in Dallas for World Cup opener
Up to 15,000 England fans are expected in Dallas for their World Cup opener against Croatia. Official ticket allocations have sold out, with resale prices soaring to over £3,600, sparking controversy among supporters.
History
Football Daily World Cup Quiz: England v Croatia Flashback
The Football Daily podcast launches a World Cup quiz ahead of England's 2026 opener against Croatia. Test your memory of the 2018 semi-final starting lineup.
Transfers
Atalanta sign Croatian defender Ljubo Puljic from Bayern II
Atalanta have signed Croatian U19 centre-back Ljubo Puljic from FC Bayern II on a four-year contract. The transfer was completed today with his agents from Bola Group.
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England-Croatia referee Turpin once called 'Grade E' by Tuchel
Clement Turpin will referee England's World Cup opener against Croatia. The French official was previously labeled a 'Grade E' referee by Thomas Tuchel after a Champions League match. Despite criticism, Turpin is considered one of Europe's top referees, having officiated major finals.
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Bellingham set to start, but no Guehi: England's expected lineup vs
Jude Bellingham is expected to start as England's No 10 in their World Cup opener against Croatia, while Marc Guehi may be dropped in favor of a more physical central defensive pairing of John Stones and Ezri Konsa. Bukayo Saka's fitness remains a concern, with Noni Madueke likely to start on the right.