More than 14 million viewers tune in to watch England defeat Croatia The audience peaked at 15.4 million. Evening Standard · Jun 18
Man Utd’s Marcus Rashford ‘Plan’, Five Clubs Who Could Trigger Release Clause The England forward is back on the market after Barcelona declined to sign him permanently. Sports Illustrated · Jun 18
Gary Lineker reacts to Harry Kane drawing level with his England World Cup record IN FULL The Independent UK · Jun 18
England’s captain fantastic: Harry Kane praised for a ‘complete performance’ against Croatia The Bayern Munich striker scored twice as the Three Lions beat Croatia 4-2 in their World Cup group L opening fixture. Euronews · Jun 18
Gary Lineker hails Harry Kane as ‘greatest English striker we’ve ever had’ after equalling World Cup record Kane equalled Lineker’s England World Cup goals record of 10 with his brace against Croatia in Dallas The Independent UK · Jun 18
England have a new exciting way under Thomas Tuchel but two problems remain WORLD CUP 2026: After Jude Bellingham’s stunning goal, England were sensational and took risks unseen for years but, as Miguel Delaney writes in Dallas, two glaring issues remain heading to Boston against Ghana The Independent UK · Jun 18
Thomas Tuchel hails ‘absolute leader’ Harry Kane and reveals turning point for ‘decisive’ Marcus Rashford England boss Thomas Tuchel was quick to praise his key players as ‘reliable’ Jude Bellingham and ‘decisive’ Marcus Rashford impressed against Croatia The Independent UK · Jun 18
Harry Kane issues injury update after England captain spotted with calf strapping Three Lions skipper was spotted clutching his calf during 4-2 win over Croatia Evening Standard · Jun 18
Thomas Tuchel Removes the Handbrake As England Look to Unleash Talent The performance wasn’t without its faults, but England showed more endeavor and bravery than most Three Lions fans are used to in the win over Croatia. Sports Illustrated · Jun 18
World Cup 2026 power rankings: Rating all four nations ahead of the semi-finals After starting at 48, the 2026 World Cup is down to its last four teams - how do they stack up against each other? The Independent UK · Jun 18
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 · Jun 18
‘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 · Jun 18
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 · Jun 18
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 · Jun 18
France 24 · Jun 18 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.
The Independent UK · Jun 18 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…
FourFourTwo · Jun 18 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
Evening Standard · Jun 18 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′.
Euronews · Jun 18 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.
FourFourTwo · Jun 18 World Cup Golden Boot race: Who is the tournament's top scorer? The 2026 World Cup Golden Boot will be a major addition to anyone's resume, superstar or not – so who is currently leading the race?
The Economic Times · Jun 18 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 · Jun 18 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…
Evening Standard · Jun 18 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
AAP · Jun 18 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 · Jun 18 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.