18.06.2026 03:00
In the first week of Group L of the FIFA 2026 World Cup, England defeated Croatia with a score of 4-2.
In the first week match of Group L of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, England faced Croatia. The match played at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, USA, was won by England with a score of 4-2.
ENGLAND VICTORIOUS IN GOAL DUEL
The goals that brought victory to England were scored by Harry Kane in the 12th and 42nd minutes, Jude Bellingham in the 47th minute, and Marcus Rashford in the 85th minute. Croatia's goals came from Martin Baturina in the 36th minute and Petar Musa in the 45+5th minute.
CURRENT STANDINGS
No further goals were scored in the remaining minutes, and England, the winner of the match, started the World Cup with 3 points. Croatia, however, failed to earn any points in their first match. England will face Ghana in the next group match, while Croatia will compete against Panama.