England Shine in World Cup Opener as Ronaldo Struggles
England Shine; Ronaldo Struggles in World Cup Opener

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Nick Ames, Lucy Ward and Jacob Steinberg as England start their World Cup in style.

England 4-2 Croatia

Thomas Tuchel's men pressed high and attacked with pace and purpose, especially in a very impressive second half. How carried away should anyone get after the first game?

Elsewhere in England's Group

Ghana 1-0 Panama doesn't get an awful lot of air-time before we move on to DR Congo, who more than deserved their point against a poor Portugal. The questions about Ronaldo's role begin in earnest today.

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Looking Ahead

Plus a look ahead to tomorrow's games, Nick Ames goes to the GOP convention on his day off, there's more on apples, believe it or not, and your questions answered.

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