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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Chris Wilson

England beat Croatia in six-goal thriller to make flying start to World Cup

  • England made a winning start to their World Cup campaign by beating Croatia 4-2 in Dallas on Wednesday.
  • Harry Kane scored twice in the first half - a penalty and a header - but England were pegged back on both occasions by goals from Martin Baturina and Petar Musa.
  • England came flying out the blocks in the second half with Jude Bellingham putting them back in front just two minutes after the break.
  • Marcus Rashford sealed the victory five minutes from time with a composed finish, as England hit their straps in the second half.
  • Thomas Tuchel’s men will be back in action when they face Ghana on 23 June.

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