India, June 18 -- England began their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign on a dominant note, clinching an entertaining 4-2 victory over Croatia in Group L in Dallas. The result showcased England's attacking firepower and depth, as seen in Thomas Tuchel's substitutions.

England started strong, taking the lead through the captain, Harry Kane. Kane got lucky as England were awarded a penalty in the 12th minute. He missed his initial attempt, but VAR judged the Croatian goalkeeper to have come out of his line before the shot. Taking the penalty again, Kane converted it, giving England the lead.

Croatia responded strongly, refusing to let the match slip away. Their equaliser came in the 36th minute through Martin Baturina. He unleashed a thunderbo...