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England defeats Croatia 4-2 in World Cup opening match

Published 21 June 2026

England began its 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign with a 4-2 victory over Croatia in a Group L match on Wednesday, June 17, in Dallas. The win has positioned the team as a leading contender and sparked debate over potential lineup changes ahead of its next match against Ghana in Boston on Tuesday, June, 23.

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