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The ‘generational’ Croatia star England must be wary of in World Cup opener

Tottenham’s Luka Vuskovic could be one of the breakout stars of this summer’s tournament

The Independent UK

England vs Croatia: World Cup 2026 prediction, kick-off time, team news, TV, live stream, h2h results, odds today

Three Lions face familiar major tournament foes in Group L curtain-raiser in Dallas

Evening Standard

Inside Thomas Tuchel’s England reign and how the ‘impossible job’ became perfect for a German

WORLD CUP 2026: Tuchel’s love for English football made the Football Association’s offer impossible to refuse, writes Miguel Delaney, and he has simplified the role with one clear task: to win the World Cup

The Independent UK

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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…

The Independent UK

Henderson’s Euro 2024 snub was England’s fatal flaw – now his leadership could prove crucial

Gareth Southgate was looking to the future when he dropped the midfielder but, as Jude Bellingham says, the veteran’s influence is indispensable

The Guardian - UK

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Who Is the Top Dog of the World Cup’s Biggest Teams?

Household names headline the biggest World Cup in history.

Sports Illustrated

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

The Independent UK

England get rapturous welcome as they settle in to sprawling Kansas City home

Tuchel’s squad arrived at Swope Soccer Village, their World Cup base, to find locals (and the local police) out in force

The Guardian - UK

World Cup 2026 golden boot standings as Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland lead race

Messi followed up his hat-trick against Algeria with a record-breaking brace against Austria, while Mbappe and Erling Haaland added a second double apiece as the stars continue to light up the 2026 World Cup

The Independent UK

'Roy Keane leaving Saipan in 2002 galvanised us but Mick McCarthy wasn't right to question him in front of the squad' Ex-Republic of Ireland international Clinton Morrison gives first-hand account of famous 2002 World Cup fallout

With the World Cup now underway, Clinton Morrison gives his take on that iconic bust-up between Roy Keane and Mick McCarthy

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

The ramifications of this strange heist against England could be major

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BBC put wrong names on World Cup goalscorer graphics in embarrassing slip-up

BBC Sport's on-screen graphics for their highlights package left something to be desired

The Independent UK

Harry Kane wears these football boots – and they’re from Skechers

We’ve also spotted a similar more affordable pair, reduced by 42 per cent at Amazon right now

The Independent UK

Who scored a hat-trick in England’s secret friendly and what was the result?

Ivan Toney reportedly scored a hat-trick, including a spectacular goal from range, while Liverpool’s Rio Ngumoha was also on target despite not being in the 26-man squad

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Tom’s Guide

I swapped my usual gym routine for this 5-move World Cup-inspired workout — and I really felt the burn

I tried this five-move full-body workout inspired by the types of exercises World Cup players use to get fit and strong.

The Independent UK

Why World Cup stage will see Luis Diaz claim Lionel Messi’s crown of South America’s best player

Having found a new level since signing for Bayern from Liverpool, the Colombia star might be one of the World Cup’s biggest stars

The Independent UK

Who are England’s modern-day WAGs at this year’s World Cup – and would they even accept the title?

IN FOCUS: As the biggest football tournament kicks off, 20 years on from the arrival of the infamous troop in Baden-Baden, Olivia Petter takes a look at the very different partners supporting England’s footballers today – from lawyers and nurses to childhood sweethearts

The Independent UK

England’s Harry Kane relishing ‘best opportunity in my career’ to win the World Cup

Kane also revealed how he is ready for the responsibility of scoring the majority of England’s goals

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.

The Guardian - UK

‘They are adults’: Tuchel grants England players day off with few strings attached

The manager said he trusts his players to behave responsibly and said they were all very determined

FourFourTwo

When are England next playing?

England's World Cup campaign is just days away from starting

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