England Defeats Croatia 4-2 in World Cup Opener
In the World Cup opener held in Texas, England triumphed over Croatia with a score of 4-2. Harry Kane scored two goals in the first half, including a retaken penalty after Dominik Livakovic's initial save was deemed invalid due to encroachment.
Jude Bellingham, who was substituted at halftime, quickly restored England's lead shortly after the break. Croatia managed to equalize at 2-2 with goals from Martin Baturina and Petar Musa, but Marcus Rashford sealed the victory for England with a goal in the final minutes.
This match marked a significant start for Thomas Tuchel's side, aiming to deliver England's first major trophy since 1966. The match was played in front of a crowd of 70,000, and despite a shaky second half, England's performance showcased their potential in the tournament.
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