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Thursday’s sport: What’s on and where can I watch it?

Cristiano Ronaldo will be out to inspire Portugal at World Cup.

The Independent UK

Ronaldo and Modric struggle to defy Father Time at World Cup

Football legends Cristiano Ronaldo and Luka Modric, both over 40, are set to make World Cup history as Portugal faces Croatia. While their enduring careers are celebrated, questions linger about whether their veteran status is hindering their teams' progress. Despite individual moments of brilliance, both stars have shown signs of…

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup: Nikola Vlasic's late header lifts Croatia past Ghana to seal 2nd place in Group L

Croatia secured a dramatic 2-1 victory over Ghana, thanks to Nikola Vlasic's late header from a Luka Modric corner. The win clinched second place in Group L for Croatia, setting them up for a clash with Portugal or Colombia. Ghana, already qualified, finished third despite Derrick Luckassen's debut equalizer, which…

The Economic Times

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Croatia snatch second by beating Ghana but both through to World Cup knockout stage

Nikola Vlasic’s second-half header earned Croatia a 2-1 win over Ghana and second spot in Group L

The Guardian - UK

Croatia 2-1 Ghana: Nikola Vlasic wins it at the death as Black Stars go down swinging

Ghanaians employed new approach and almost saw it pay off but will settle for third place in Group L

Evening Standard

Croatia 2-1 Ghana: World Cup 2026 – as it happened

Croatia secured second place in the group thanks to a late Nikola Vlasic winner against Ghana

The Guardian - UK

Croatia vs Ghana FIFA World Cup 2026 Match: India time (IST), live streaming details, venue, team news and predicted XI

Croatia vs Ghana FIFA World Cup 2026 Live Streaming, Match Time, Venue, Lineup, Key Players and Team Preview: Croatia and Ghana clash in a vital FIFA World Cup 2026 Group L fixture on June 28th at 2:30 AM IST. Indian fans can catch the action live on ZEE5. The match…

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How to watch Croatia vs Ghana: Free Streams, TV Channels & Kick-Off time as Luka Modric and Co. target FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout phase

Here's how to watch Croatia vs Ghana for free online and from anywhere in the FIFA World Cup 2026, with both teams eyeing second place in Group L.

TechRadar

Ranked! The 15 greatest World Cup goals you’ve probably forgotten

The World Cup has produced so many memorable strikes that these jaw-dropping goals – taken from the last seven tournaments – don’t get the credit they deserve

FourFourTwo

FIFA World Cup 2026: Record-breaking match for Ronaldo; Modric joins 200 club; England's unwanted record

Cristiano Ronaldo etched his name in history with a brace, leading Portugal to a dominant 5-0 win and becoming the first to score in six World Cups. England endured a frustrating goalless draw against Ghana, while Croatia and Colombia secured crucial 1-0 victories. Modric also reached a remarkable 200 international…

The Economic Times

Croatia vs Ghana World Cup 2026 Predictions and Best Bets

Croatia must win to advance at Lincoln Financial Field. Our pick is Croatia -127 in this Group L shoot-out against Ghana on June 27.

Sports Lens

Croatia 1-0 Panama: Luka Modric marks 200th appearance with important victory

Modric’s 200th appearance for Croatia ended in a 1-0 victory over Panama as they kept their World Cup campaign alive.

The National (Scotland)

Budimir rescues Croatia with winner against Panama on Modric’s landmark day

Luka Modric’s 200th cap for Croatia was a victorious one after Ante Budimir’s goal secured a 1-0 win over Panama

The Guardian - UK

Who is the referee for Croatia vs Panama?

Croatia will look to capitalise against Panama, with Group L all to play for after England vs Ghana

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Croatia vs Panama prediction: Will Modric and co. start firing on all cylinders?

Croatia are looking for a reaction after losing 4-2 to England

The Guardian - US

Panama 0-1 Croatia: World Cup 2026 – as it happened

Ante Budimir’s second-half goal secured a vital victory for Croatia. Read Jeff Rueter’s minute-by-minute report

TechRadar

How to watch Panama vs Croatia: Free Streams & TV Channels for FIFA World Cup 2026

Here's how to watch Panama vs Croatia for free online and from anywhere as both sides look to bounce back from opening-game defeats at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026: Heavyweights Portugal, England, Croatia take centre stage, eye big results

Portugal entered their encounter under pressure but remained one of the most talented squads in the competition. With Cristiano Ronaldo leading a team packed with world-class experience and technical quality, the Portuguese will be determined to return to winning ways after a 1-1 draw against DR Congo.

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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

The Guardian - UK

Bellingham, England’s man for elite moments, kicks over the console table

Solo goal against Croatia in his side’s World Cup opener was an angry one – all driving focus, with a rising sense of inevitability

FourFourTwo

England 4-2 Croatia LIVE: England are top of Group L! Match updates

England take on Croatia in their World Cup 2026 opener, in a rematch of the 2018 semi-final

The Independent UK

The England change that dispatched Croatia to fulfil Thomas Tuchel’s World Cup promise

England 4-2 Croatia: Harry Kane’s double and goals from Jude Bellingham and Marcus Rashford were enough to secure a winning start in Dallas

The Independent UK

Why Harry Kane’s missed penalty was overturned by VAR in England v Croatia

England were awarded a penalty after Luka Modric brought down Noni Madueke in the penalty area

France 24

England - Croatia: Relive the Three Lions' victory in their World Cup opener

England began their World Cup campaign against Croatia with a 4-2 victory in a rematch of the 2018 semi-final. Thomas Tuchel's side put aside the pre-match selection controversy to claim three points in Group L. Follow the key moments from the match below.

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