England face Croatia in a highly anticipated Group D match at the 2026 World Cup. Both teams are looking to secure a vital win to boost their chances of advancing to the knockout stages.
Team News
England manager Gareth Southgate has named an unchanged starting XI from their opening victory. Captain Harry Kane leads the line, supported by Jude Bellingham and Phil Foden. Croatia, meanwhile, bring back Luka Modric after he was rested in their last match.
Key Battles
- Kane vs Gvardiol: England's top scorer faces Croatia's defensive stalwart.
- Bellingham vs Modric: A midfield duel between Real Madrid teammates.
Match Events
The match kicked off at 8pm local time in a packed stadium. England started brightly, with Foden testing the Croatian goalkeeper early on. Croatia grew into the game, with Modric dictating play from midfield.
Goal! England take the lead in the 25th minute. A swift counter-attack ends with Kane slotting home after a clever pass from Bellingham.
Croatia push for an equalizer before half-time, but England's defense holds firm. The second half promises more drama as both teams seek victory.
