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Back England defense to dominate Croatia

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2026 World Cup Odds: Back England Defense To Dominate Croatia

The 2026 World Cup is off to an interesting start.

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Three Lions roar as England downs Croatia 4-2 in World Cup opener

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Croatia boss bemoans inability to handle England set-pieces at World Cup

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England fans go wild as Three Lions claim first World Cup victory against Croatia

It was another nail-biting evening for England as they took on Croatia in their World Cup group stage clash, with fans once again being put through the emotional wringer.

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England beat Croatia 4-2 as Kane scores twice

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Tactical analysis: England look exciting but how can they tighten up?

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In pictures: Fans celebrate England's start to World Cup

England captain Harry Kane scored two goals in the first half - including a retaken penalty - and Jude Bellingham and Marcus Rashford also netted to secure the 4-2 win.

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England 4-2 Croatia ratings: Harry Kane and Noni Madueke shine but will Thomas Tuchel make changes in defence?

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Madueke starts for England, Modric captains Croatia

Messi Has His 1st World Cup Hat Trick

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Argentina 3-0 Algeria: Lionel Messi hat trick kicks off World Cup defense in Kansas City

Lionel Messi and Argentina are back to defend their crown and showed it in style, as Messi tied the World Cup’s all-time goals record with a hat trick in a 3-0 win over Algeria in both nations’ 2026 W...

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Argentina’s World Cup title defence: Odds and expectations of Lionel Messi going back-to-back

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Lionel Messi takes to IG after epic hat trick to open World Cup

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Lionel Messi ties men's World Cup goals record with a hat trick as Argentina tops Algeria

Lionel Messi delivered his first World Cup hat trick and matched Miroslav Klose’s career scoring record before thousands of Argentina fans packed into Arrowhead Stadium for a match against Algeria on ...

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Messi says his tears after first goal were caused by personal 'difficult days'

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Lionel Messi Ties Klose's World Cup Scoring Record With Unforgettable Hat Trick for Argentina

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See Messi Orchestrate the Attack to Complete His Hat Trick

Lionel Messi scored a hat trick in Argentina’s 3-0 win over Algeria, matching the all-time World Cup scoring record of 16 goals.

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'Leo is Just Different': Thierry Henry Praises Messi's Hat Trick Heroics vs. Algeria

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Emotional Messi explains tears after Argentina goal

Portugal, Congo and World Cup

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Congo-Portugal World Cup result another reminder: Don't underestimate small countries

When Congo held on to the final whistle for a 1-1 draw against Portugal in Wednesday's Group K opener, it made an even louder statement.

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Watch Congo beat Portugal defense for first ever World Cup goal

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Portugal vs. DR Congo live stream: How to watch FIFA World Cup, odds, prediction, pick, lineups, channel

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Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal held to a 1-1 draw by Congo at the World Cup

HOUSTON — Cristiano Ronaldo and his Portugal teammates could manage only a 1-1 draw with the Democratic Republic of the Congo on Wednesday in their opening World Cup match.

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DR Congo fans celebrate a 1-1 tie against Portugal in their first World Cup match in 52 years

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Cristiano Ronaldo’s frightening stats 😵‍💫

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Ronaldo fails to score in disappointing Portugal opener as England dismantle Croatia in 4-2 win

Aging legends chasing one final trophy. Unknown names about to become household ones.

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Portugal held to 1-1 draw by DR Congo in their World Cup 2026 opener

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Portugal, Ronaldo frustrated in opening draw with Congo DR

How the US can find its footing on defense for World Cup opener

The U.S. men's national team begins World Cup play hoping its defense can find its footing in time for it's opening game against Paraguay on June 12.

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Argentina is defending its World Cup title, and its fans are more obsessed than ever

The obsession was rewarded in Kansas City as the team made opened its World Cup defense, defeating Algeria 3-0. Scoring all three of those goals was the legendary Lionel Messi who, turning 39 next week, could be playing in his last World Cup.

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Best to worst - every World Cup team ranked after one game

All 48 teams at the World Cup have now played once. BBC Sport's experts have ranked them all, from best to worst. Who is top? Not defending champions Argentina.

Returning Colombia beats World Cup debutant Uzbekistan, Ghana downs Panama on late goal, England defeats Croatia, Portugal and DR Congo draw

Follow live updates and the latest coverage of the 2026 World Cup as England faces Croatia in Thomas Tuchel’s debut and Cristiano Ronaldo leads Portugal against DR Congo.

FIFA World Cup Day 7 recap: Colombia fends off Uzbekistan; Harry Kane ties record

Harry Kane tied a World Cup record during England's win, Cristiano Ronaldo was held scoreless during a draw, Ghana stunned Panama and more during Day 7.

World Cup what to know: Ronaldo looks to make history by scoring in 6th World Cup

Cristiano Ronaldo looks to make history by becoming the first player to score a goal in six World Cups when Portugal meets Congo on Wednesday