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The real reason why England must top their World Cup group

Winning the group comes with a potentially easier road to the final, but ahead of England’s crunch game against Croatia in Dallas on Wednesday, reasons of geography are the strongest motivation to top Group L

The Independent UK

Bukayo Saka reveals injury latest as fitness 'gamble' promised for England's World Cup opener

Three Lions face Croatia on Wednesday but star winger still carrying niggling Achilles problem

Evening Standard

When and where is England's first game? Everything you need to know

England will take on Croatia in their opening Group L game of the World Cup

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Swat team deployed during police incident near England World Cup venue days before crucial Croatia clash

Dozens of Arlington Police vehicles could be seen stationed a short drive from the AT&T Stadium, where the Three Lions face Croatia on Wednesday

The Independent UK

England vs Croatia World Cup Opener: Gordon Start, Konsa Partners Stones, Saka Fitness Doubt

England and Croatia meet in Group L of the 2026 World Cup on June 17 at AT&T Stadium in Dallas, with Thomas Tuchel’s side entering as heavy favorites at -165 with BetOnline, while Croatia are available at +410 and the draw is priced at +280. Anthony Gordon is set to…

Sports Lens

Croatia prepared to face ‘master of the game’ Harry Kane in World Cup opener

Croatia defender Duje Caleta-Car described the England striker as as “master of the game”

The Independent UK

Croatia fear England’s ‘master of the game’ Harry Kane – here’s why

Croatian defender Duje Caleta-Car has stated that his team is ready to face England 's Harry Kane , whom he described as a 'master of the game', in their World Cup opener on Wednesday. The Group L match, a highly anticipated fixture, is scheduled to take place at the Dallas…

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When are England playing at World Cup 2026?

Bad news for England, perhaps, ahead of World Cup curtain-raiser against Croatia this week

Evening Standard

Who is Clement Turpin? England v Croatia referee for World Cup who angered Thomas Tuchel

The French referee has experience with Thomas Tuchel and Jude Bellingham and a wealth of experience officiating some of European football’s biggest games

The Independent UK

England XI vs Croatia: Starting lineup, confirmed team news, injury latest for World Cup today

Thomas Tuchel has made some huge selection calls for Group L opener in Dallas

Evening Standard

Resilient Emma Raducanu denied by Donna Vekic in Queen’s final to extend trophy drought

The British No 1 was put in a hole early after dropping the first set 6-0, but the Croatian lucky loser held her nerve in a second-set tie-breaker, as Raducanu’s wait for a first trophy since the 2021 US Open continues

The Independent UK

England vs Croatia World Cup 2026 Predictions and Best Bets

England vs Croatia meet in Group L at AT&T Stadium on June 17. England are favored at -135, but Croatia's 2018 runner-up pedigree keeps this one interesting.

Sports Lens

Cost of England robbery revealed after wild World Cup heist before Croatia showdown

The cost of England's stolen inventory prior to their face-off against Croatia has been revealed

FourFourTwo

How will England line up against Croatia in their 2026 World Cup opener?

Thomas Tuchel’s side face Croatia in Dallas on Wednesday as their World Cup campaign finally begins

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England’s World Cup Preparations Thrown Into Chaos in Bizarre Circumstances

The Three Lions begin their World Cup journey against Croatia on Wednesday.

Evening Standard

World Cup 2026: England's Group L opponents profiled as Three Lions face tricky tests

Thomas Tuchel’s side are huge favourites to top group, but should expect a challenge

FourFourTwo

England suffer HUGE setback ahead of Croatia game in bizarre World Cup heist

The ramifications of this strange heist against England could be major

International Business Times UK

European Destinations Britons May Want To Avoid This Summer Due To Overtourism, Long Border Queues

UK travellers face long airport queues and border delays due to the EU's new Entry/Exit System, impacting summer holidays across Europe. Airlines advise arriving early to avoid missed flights.

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Evening Standard

England training match highlights: Ethan Nwaneri and Rio Ngumoha on target as Ivan Toney scores hat-trick

Three Lions get ready for Croatia test with emphatic 6-0 win over local amateur team

The Times of India

He survived 7 near-death disasters and then won the lottery: The unbelievable story of Frano Selak

In parts of the former Yugoslavia, stories often travel faster than the records that might confirm them, carried in conversation, retold in passing, and gradually shaped into something that sits between biography and folklore. Frano Selak is one of those names that keeps resurfacing in that space. A man born…

The Independent UK

World Cup 2026 standings: Latest results from the group stage

Which teams will reach the knockout stages of the 2026 World Cup and who is heading home early?

Sports Lens

England World Cup Odds 2026: Contenders at +700

England sit at +700 to win the 2026 World Cup, third in the market. A perfect qualifying record and Kane, Bellingham, and Saka give Tuchel's side real semi-final potential.

Sports Lens

Ghana World Cup Odds 2026: Lines, Picks and Tips

Ghana sit at +40000 to win it all, but the real value is elsewhere. Group L winner at +1500 is the pick for the Black Stars in 2026.

Evening Standard

Will England win the World Cup? Experts predict if football is coming home

England begin their World Cup campaign against Croatia on June 17

Sports Lens

World Cup Group L Odds: England vs Croatia Predictions

England are heavy favorites to win World Cup 2026 Group L, but Croatia at +340 offer the only real upset value. Full odds breakdown inside.

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