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World Cup 2026 power rankings: England, Argentina and France make statements after round one

Every team has now played their opening match of the 2026 World Cup - how do they rank?

The Independent UK

Harry Kane says Golden Boot rivals Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland gave him ‘push’ in World Cup opener

The England captain equalled Gary Lineker’s record of 10 World Cup goals for the side as they beat Croatia 4-2

The Independent UK

‘What’s the worst that can happen?’: Harry Kane reveals Thomas Tuchel’s half-time rallying cry in England’s Croatia win

Harry Kane has revealed what England manager Thomas Tuchel said in the half time pep talk against Croatia.

The Independent UK

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Ross Kemp beats his chest as he celebrates England victory

The documentary maker and soap star is famed for his passionate reaction to football.

Evening Standard

Inside the England dressing room and Thomas Tuchel’s team-talk that sparked World Cup win over Croatia

England produced an impressive second-half display to blow away Group L rivals Croatia

The Independent UK

World Cup 2026: England outshine Croatia in thriller, Portugal held to draw

England made a winning start to their World Cup campaign as they overpowered Croatia in a thriller in Dallas (4-2). Harry Kane scored twice, bringing him level with Gary Lineker on 10 World Cup goals.

France 24

World Cup 2026 results: England thrash Croatia as Harry Kane makes history

England began their World Cup campaign with a 4-2 victory over Croatia, featuring two goals from Harry Kane, who equalled Gary Lineker's World Cup scoring record. Jude Bellingham and Marcus Rashford also found the net for England in their winning start against Croatia. Portugal drew 1-1 with Democratic Republic of…

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World Cup day seven highlights: Harry Kane helps England to a winning start, Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal are held by DR Congo and Ghana leave it late to beat Panama

England got off to a winning start with an impressive attacking display against Croatia but Portugal were held to a draw

FourFourTwo

Gary Lineker reacts to Harry Kane’s record-equalling goal as stars watch England

The pivotal goal, which restored England’s lead, prompted Lineker to raise both hands in the air and chant ’10, 10, 10′.

Evening Standard

Ronaldo fails to score in disappointing Portugal opener as England dismantle Croatia in 4-2 win

Ronaldo, who matches Messi in a record sixth World Cup appearance, failed to become the first player to score in six different tournaments in his nation’s opening fixture against DR Congo.

Euronews

Who is the top scorer at 2026 World Cup? Golden Boot latest standings

The 2026 World Cup's Golden Boot will be a major addition to anyone's resume, superstar or not - so, who are the contenders?

FourFourTwo

FIFA World Cup 2026: Harry Kane is the star as England beat Croatia 4-2

England kicked off their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign with a thrilling 4-2 victory over Croatia. Harry Kane was instrumental, scoring twice, including a retaken penalty, to lead England's charge. Jude Bellingham and Marcus Rashford also contributed goals, securing a strong opening win for Thomas Tuchel's side.

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026: Who won yesterday? Check match results and updated points table

England and Ghana kicked off their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaigns with victories in Group L. England triumphed 4-2 over Croatia in a thrilling encounter, with Harry Kane scoring twice. Ghana secured a dramatic 1-0 win against Panama thanks to a late goal from Caleb Yirenkyi, placing them second in…

The Economic Times

Thomas Tuchel reveals what he said in half-time speech to inspire England win

Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham both praised rallying cry from Three Lions boss in Croatia clash

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SOC:England open with 'emotional' win over old foes Croatia

Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane has scored twice to steer England to an entertaining 4-2 opening win at the World Cup over Croatia in Dallas.

Evening Standard

England fans delighted by win over Croatia in opening World Cup match

A brace from Harry Kane and goals from Jude Bellingham and Marcus Rashford sealed the 4-2 victory on Wednesday.

Evening Standard

Pictured: Harry Kane seen with leg strapped after key brace in England win

Three Lions’ captain was in fine form against Croatia

Evening Standard

Revealed: What Thomas Tuchel told England at half-time to inspire Croatia win

Three Lions’ tactician flipped match on its head at half-time

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The Independent UK

Thomas Tuchel gives Declan Rice injury update after England’s World Cup win over Croatia

The Arsenal midfielder left the field after feeling ‘discomfort’ during the second half of England’s opening World Cup win

The Guardian - UK

Harry Kane reveals half-time Tuchel pep-talk inspired England to victory over Croatia

Harry Kane revealed that a half-time speech from Thomas Tuchel inspired England to victory in their opening match of the 2026 World Cup

FourFourTwo

Do England have set-piece coaches as part of Thomas Tuchel's backroom staff?

England have become a huge threat from set-pieces in recent years, but who looks after that side of things for Thomas Tuchel?

Evening Standard

Three things we learned from England win as World Cup statement sent

Thomas Tuchel gets the big calls right as Three Lions turn on the style in Croatia thriller

FourFourTwo

England vs Croatia proves all the fun of the fair on thrillseekers' doorstep - but only for the neutral

England ran out 4-2 winners over Croatia in their opening 2026 World Cup fixture in Dallas - but not before giving fans kittens

Sports Illustrated

Four Takeaways From England’s Very Un-English World Cup Win

Thomas Tuchel’s fingerprints were all over a disarmingly entertaining 4–2 victory for England against Croatia.

Radio France Internationale

Kane strikes twice as England overpower Croatia 4-2 in Dallas

England skipper Harry Kane scored two goals as his side opened their 2026 World Cup campaign in Texas on Wednesday night, with a 4-2 victory over an initially stubborn Croatia.

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