Croatia vs. Austria - June 03, 2022

The Beautiful Game on the world's biggest stage. The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be remembered forever.

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World Cup Closing PerformersLooking ahead to how MetLife sees out tournament 📲

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World Cup Closing CeremonyAll details including start time, live stream and rumors 📲

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Updated World Cup Rankings 📊Argentina and Spain in the final, but who comes out on top? 📲

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World Cup 2026: England’s James ready for semi-final, Bilic returns as Croatia coach – liveJoin our writes for the latest news and buildup as Spain, France, England and Argentina prepare for the business end of the World Cup

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World Cup Power Rankings 📊Four teams remain. All 48 nations ranked ahead of semifinals 📲

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World Cup Power Rankings 📊How teams stack up after hectic Round of 16 📲

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World Cup Power Rankings 📊How teams stack up before Round of 16 📲

The Round of 32 Was Wild 🫨

So many games, even more drama 🎥

Croatia snicked off late on and Ronaldo finally scores knockout goal | World Cup Daily – videoMax Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Archie Rhind-Tutt and Jonathan Wilson as Cristiano Ronaldo breaks his World Cup knockout duck in a dramatic win over Croatia

What is 'Snicko'? World Cup VAR drama explained after Croatia chaosCricket-style technology used to rule out Josko Gvardiol’s last-gasp equaliser in dramatic last-32 thriller

RONALDO SCORES KO GOAL 😤CR7 *finally* has his first World Cup knockout goal in 2-1 win 🎥

Ronaldo, Portugal Eliminate Croatia 💪CR7 penalty sparks comeback before Ramos late winner. Recap 📲

World Cup 2026: Portugal 2-1 Croatia - Cristiano Ronaldo's dreams survive after late VAR drama forces Luka Modric farewellCristiano Ronaldo's World Cup dreams were kept alive in controversial fashion as he helped his Portugal side fight back from a goal down to beat Croatia 2-1 and set up a mouth-watering last 16 tie with Spain.

Ramos sends Portugal into last 16 as VAR drama caps wild finish against CroatiaRamos’s goal and Cristiano Ronaldo’s earlier penalty kick – and a Croatia equaliser waved offside in the final minutes – sent Portugal through

Croatia suffer World Cup heartbreak as Ramos fires Portugal to last-16Selecao’s talisman notched first knockout goal at long last

PORTUGAL LEAD IN 94TH

PORTUGAL TAKES THE LEAD IN EXTRA TIME 🤯 Rafael Leão delivers a beautiful ball to Gonçalo Ramos who nets the header!

World Cup LIVE Blog: Day 22 🔥Spain rolls over Austria to progress. Highlights and build up 📲

Portugal vs Croatia LIVE: Latest score and updates from World Cup 2026Both sides looking to build after group stage wobbles

Live Commentary - Portugal vs Croatia | 03.07.2026FIFA World Cup match Portugal vs Croatia 03.07.2026. Preview and stats followed by live commentary, video highlights and match report.

Portugal vs Croatia lineups: Starting XIs and confirmed team newsCristiano Ronaldo vs Luka Modric for a place in the last-16

Lamine's Lil' Bro HYPED 😆

Keyne Yamal was absolutely fired up watching his older brother Lamine and Spain advance to the Round of 16 🔥

Oyarzabal Makes It 3-0 🇪🇸

OYARZABAL BRACE, ANOTHER CUCURELLA ASSIST 🇪🇸 Spain leads 3-0 and is ready for the Round of 16!

Header Extends Spain Lead 🔥

2-0 FOR SPAIN 🇪🇸 Álex Baena finds Pedro Porro off the cross to double Spain's advantage!

Spain Breaks Through ⚡️

SPAIN TAKES THE LEAD OVER AUSTRIA IN LA 🇪🇸 Cucurella with the lovely assist to Oyarzabal!

World Cup Thursday Predictions 🔮Calling how Spain, Portugal and Switzerland will do 📲

Ronaldo's Big Croatia Test 🍿

Why Portugal needs to find best XI to avoid World Cup exit 🎥

Portugal vs Croatia lineups: Predicted XIs and confirmed team newsCristiano Ronaldo vs Luka Modric for a place in the last-16

Modric and Ronaldo reunited at World Cup as Croatia aim to snap Portugal’s streakLuka Modric and Cristiano Ronaldo, two of international football’s 200 club, have had parallel careers with their countries, but will this be their last meeting?

Portugal vs Croatia: Prediction, kick-off time, team news, odds, h2hWinners facing a potential last-16 showdown against Spain

Ronaldo to Smash vs. Croatia?Portugal face big task in Round of 32. Preview 📲

World Cup 2026 Odds, Updated Predictions for Tuesday's Round of 32 Matches

Monday World Cup Predictions 🔮Picking how Germany, Brazil and Netherlands will all fare 📲

World Cup Power Rankings 📊Can anybody beat France? Listing the heavyweights 📲

World Cup Predictions 🔮Experts' take on how Round of 32 could go 📲

That Was the Group Stage 🌎🏆

World Cup knockouts set up some SPICE 🎥

World Cup Knockout Stage OddsLooking ahead to next stage 📲

World Cup Group Winners/Losers 🎭🤩 Unreal Golden Boot race 💦 Hate for 'hydration breaks' 📲 Analysis of group stages

World Cup LIVE Blog: Day 17 🤩Incredible final day of Group Stage. Tap for ALL the goals and highlights 📲

Mahrez Ties Score AGAIN 😤

IT'S TIED AGAIN 🇩🇿 Captain Riyad Mahrez finds the equalizer!

Great Goal from Sabitzer 👏

AUSTRIA RESTORES ITS LEAD 🇦🇹 Marcel Sabitzer fires this one in!

Marko Quick to React for 1-0 🇦🇹

A double-touch from Marko Arnautović to guide this one into the back of the net 🇦🇹

Algeria Ties it at 1-1 😮

A BEAUTY FROM BELGHALI 🇩🇿 What a solo goal to equalize for Algeria!

Ghana reveal Antoine Semenyo injury update as worries sparked in Croatia defeatManchester City winger required treatment in the second half

Who Ghana will face in World Cup last-32 after Croatia defeatPortugal among various potential opponents

Vlasic strikes lates as Croatia edge Ghana in Group L finaleGhanaians employed new approach and almost saw it pay off but will settle for third place in Group L

World Cup 2026: Croatia 2-1 Ghana - Nikola Vlasic winner sends Zlatko Dalic's men through as group runners-upCroatia sealed their spot as Group L runners-up after a 2-1 win over Ghana in Philadelphia.

Croatia Back in Front 💪

CROATIA RESTORES ITS LEAD 🇭🇷 What a response by Nikola Vlašić off the corner!

Ghana Ties Game at 1-1 👀

GHANA'S GOT ITS EQUALIZER 🇬🇭 Derrick Luckassen taps this one home!

Croatia v Ghana: World Cup 2026 – liveMinute-by-minute report: Join Will Unwin as Zlatko Dalic’s side take on the Black Stars in their final group stage match

Why World Cup is a Goal Fest ⚽️Red-hot strikers, errors and smart subs 📲

World Cup's Second Week 😍

Goals galore in the thrilling second round of group games 🎥

World Cup LIVE Blog: Day 13 ⚡Ronaldo scored two while England drew. Colombia into Last 32. Tap in for ALL the action 📲

Budimir rescues Croatia with winner against Panama on Modric’s landmark dayLuka Modric 200th cap for Croatia was a victorious one after Ante Budimir’s goal secured a 1-0 win over Panama

World Cup 2026: Panama 0-1 Croatia - Ante Budimir scores from bench to kickstart 2018 finalists' tournamentMatch report as Ante Budimir comes off the bench to give Croatia their first win of the World Cup to keep their last-32 qualification hopes alive, while eliminating Panama after back-to-back defeats

Budimir Puts Croatia Ahead 🇭🇷

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CROATIA TAKES THE LEAD 🇭🇷 The 2nd half sub Ante Budimir scores off the beautiful cross from Josip Stanišić!

Panama v Croatia: World Cup 2026 – liveMinute-by-minute report: Both sides will seek their first win at this World Cup in a Group L clash at Toronto Stadium. Join Jeff Rueter

World Cup LIVE Blog: Day 12 ⚡Messi. Mbappé. Haaland. Monday was next level. ALL the action 📲

Golden Boot Race CRAZY 🍿Messi out front. 23 players with 2+ goals. Tap for World Cup leaders 📲

Messi, Argentina Advances to Round of 32 😤World champions are moving on after 2-0 victory. Recap 📲

Messi Misses Penalty Kick 😱

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OH MY 😳 Messi shoots his penalty wide

Argentina vs. Austria Preview 🔮Messi's World Cup continues 📲

World Cup 2026: England boss Thomas Tuchel has Marc Guehi pushing for recall after uncertain John Stones, Ezri Konsa performances against CroatiaMarc Guehi seemed set to be one of Englands first-choice centre-backs at the World Cup but was benched against Croatia; after the pairing of John Stones and Ezri Konsa failed to convince, should Thomas Tuchel make changes for Tuesdays game against Ghana?

World Cup Visitors Supercut 🤣Now THIS is what makes the tournament so special 🎥

Wild First Week of World Cup🤩

Round one of games totally delivered 🎥

Kane and Rice latest revealed amid double England injury worryThomas Tuchel was left to sweat over star duo following opening World Cup victory

World Cup Fans Try USA Food 🍔

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World Cup fans trying American food for the first time!

World Cup LIVE Blog: Day 7 ⚡Portugal ties DR Congo. England tops Croatia and Ghana late winner. Tap for every moment 📲

How England can qualify for World Cup knockout phase with a game to spareThree Lions could also confirm top spot in Group L with a game to spare

Croatia boss makes England claim after 'disastrous' World Cup defeatCroatia boss has analysed his side’s defeat to England in World Cup opener

Revealed: What Tuchel told England at half-time to inspire Croatia winThree Lions’ tactician flipped match on its head at half-time

Harry Kane reveals half-time Tuchel pep-talk inspired England to victory over CroatiaHarry Kane revealed that a half-time speech from Thomas Tuchel inspired England to victory in their opening match of the 2026 World Cup

England 4-2 Croatia: Thomas Tuchel's team-talk reveals the template for World Cup glory must be the 'full-gas' approachEngland began their World Cup campaign with a bang as they beat Croatia 4-2 in Dallas to top Group L. The games defining period came at the start of the second half after Thomas Tuchels team-talk. It could shape their tournament, suggests Adam Bate...

World Cup 2026: England boss Thomas Tuchel praises 'all-in' Harry Kane and 'team player' Jude Bellingham after win over CroatiaHarry Kane struck twice as England overcame two Croatia equalisers with second-half goals from Jude Bellingham and Marcus Rashford to seal a winning start to their World Cup campaign in Dallas; Three Lions top Group L with Ghana next up; Thomas Tuchel impressed with his captain and No 10

Thomas Tuchel reveals where he wants England to improve after Croatia routThree Lions boss knows what Three Lions must work on before continuing group stage

England’s second-half forward surge against Croatia fails to mask defensive frailties | Jacob SteinbergEven as forwards shine, Dallas performance exposes shaky defence that may cost Thomas Tuchel and England dear come sharp end

England 4-2 Croatia ratings: Harry Kane and Noni Madueke shine but will Thomas Tuchel make changes in defence?England beat Croatia 4-2 in their opening World Cup Group L fixture in Dallas; captain Harry Kane scored twice and produced a man-of-the-match display; Noni Madueke also caught the eye after getting the nod to start on the right side of the attack

England ratings vs Croatia: Bellingham shines as Kane leads by exampleElliot Anderson, Marcus Rashford and Noni Madueke also impress as Three Lions deliver scintillating second half in Dallas

England 4-2 Croatia: World Cup 2026 Group L player ratingsHarry Kane gave a fine captain’s performance while Dominik Livakovic stopped the scoreline running away from Croatia

World Cup 2026: England 4-2 Croatia - Harry Kane, Jude Bellingham and Marcus Rashford on target as Three Lions make winning startAn electric second half ensured England made a winning start to their World Cup campaign, with Thomas Tuchel's side showing their attacking excellence in a 4-2 victory over Croatia.

England hit with double injury worry after Croatia clashDeclan Rice and Marcus Rashford both appeared to be experiencing discomfort as they left the pitch

Kane at the double as England swat Croatia aside in World Cup openerJude Bellingham and Marcus Rashford joined skipper on the scoresheet as plucky Croatians dispatched

England Beats Croatia In Opener 🤠Three Lions off to winning start at World Cup. Recap 📲

World Cup 2026: England and Croatia open their campaigns – in picturesAll the best images from Dallas Stadium where England try to take revenge on their World Cup 2022 semi-final opponents

Croatia Answers AGAIN 😯

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Petar Musa scores his first-ever FIFA World Cup goal and equalizes for Croatia 🇭🇷

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JUDE BELLINGHAM GIVES ENGLAND THE LEAD! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 Dream start to the 2nd half for the Three Lions

Why did Harry Kane retake his penalty in England vs Croatia?Three Lions caught up in VAR drama minutes into World Cup campaign

Kane Converts the Retake 💪

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THIS TIME IT'S GOOD ON THE RETAKE! HARRY KANE CONVERTS THE PENALTY FOR ENGLAND'S FIRST GOAL OF THE 2026 FIFA WORLD CUP 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

What an Equalizer 😮‍💨

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CROATIA LEVELS THE SCORE ON ITS FIRST GOAL OF THE 2026 FIFA WORLD CUP! 🇭🇷 Take a bow, Martin Baturina

Harry's 2nd vs. Croatia 😤

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HARRY KANE BAGS A BRACE! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 2 goals in an incredible start to the 2026 FIFA World Cup for the England captain

England XI vs Croatia: Starting lineup and confirmed team newsThomas Tuchel has made some huge selection calls for Group L opener in Dallas

England v Croatia: World Cup 2026 – liveMinute-by-minute report: Join Scott Murray as Thomas Tuchel’s side get their tournament under way against the 2018 finalists in Dallas

England vs Croatia: World Cup 2026 - LIVEThe wait is over as Three Lions get Group L underway in Dallas

England XI vs Croatia: Predicted lineup and confirmed team newsThomas Tuchel has a huge Jude Bellingham and Morgan Rogers call to make as Three Lions prepare for Group L opener

Who is England vs Croatia referee called 'terrible' by Tuchel?Tuchel is unlikely to have been particularly delighted with a key appointment for England’s World Cup opener

England vs Croatia: Prediction, kick-off time, team news, TV, oddsThree Lions face familiar major tournament foes in Group L curtain-raiser in Dallas

Arnautovic Secures Win ✅

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Arnautović seals the 3-1 Austria win in the 102nd minute 🇦🇹

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This One Counts for AUT 🙌Minutes after disallowed goal, Jordan own goal puts Austria ahead 🎥

This One Counts for Austria 🙌

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Austria restores its lead over Jordan off the corner kick 🇦🇹

1st Austria Goal since '98 🇦🇹

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Austria scores its first FIFA World Cup goal in 28 years 🇦🇹 Schmid with a beauty into the top corner

Kane reveals message to England team-mates ahead of Croatia openerThree Lions face familiar foes in Texas this evening

How to watch England vs Croatia for FREE: TV channel and live streamThree Lions begin long road to New Jersey

Tuchel says World Cup will ‘bring out the best’ in England against old foes CroatiaThomas Tuchel has said the occasion and tension will bring the best out of England when they open their World Cup campaign against Croatia

Gen Z leads pride in England ahead of first World Cup game for Harry Kane's teamHalf of English adults say they are proud of the men’s national team, rising to 59% for Gen Z, according to a poll by More in Common

World Cup 2026: England vs Croatia predictions and best betsEngland begin their World Cup Group L campaign against Croatia on Wednesday; Our top tipster Lewis Jones is here to preview all the key betting angles; follow England vs Croatia on the Sky Sports app from 7pm

England vs Croatia: Prediction, kick-off time, team news, odds and h2hThree Lions face familiar major tournament foes in Group L curtain-raiser in Dallas

Saka says he is gambling on fitness but ‘ready to go’ for England’s date with CroatiaThomas Tuchel has warned the forward’s fitness has been carefully monitored, while Saka was keen to play but not to ‘go against the manager’

England XI vs Croatia: Confirmed team news and predicted lineupThomas Tuchel has huge calls to make as Three Lions prepare for Group L opener

B/R 99: Top World Cup Players 🤩Mbappé. Lamine. Kane. Ranking the best stars at tournament 📲

World Cup Bracket Predictions 🔮Every game at the World Cup predicted by B/R staff 📲

Group Strength 💪

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📈 Strongest groups: Group I 🇫🇷🇳🇴🇸🇳🇮🇶 Group F 🇳🇱🇯🇵🇸🇪🇹🇳 📉 Weakest groups: Group B 🇨🇭🇨🇦🇧🇦🇶🇦 Group G 🇧🇪🇪🇬🇮🇷🇳🇿 *average market-adjusted Elo ratings of all 4 teams

World Cup Format, Explained 📝48 nations competing...here's how it'll all work 📲

Group of Death and Best Matchups 🍿These are the games you absolutely can't miss 📲

World Cup Power Rankings 📊France or Spain the teams to beat? 📲

World Cup Predictions 🔮B/R panel picks best players, biggest flops and more 📲

Print Your World Cup Bracket 🖨️Track your predictions with this tournament sheet 📲

Top 5️⃣ Group Games 🍿

Some spicy World Cup matchups incoming 🎥

Tuchel makes surprise England claim as Croatia loom in World Cup openerThree Lions face tough test in Group L curtain-raiser as they reunite with 2018 semi-final opponents

World Cup Starts TOMORROW 😴

One more sleep until 104 games of World Cup action 🎥

Croatia World Cup 2026 team guideLuka Modric and friends are aiming for one last hurrah but a Tottenham defender is providing hope for the future for England's group opponents

World Cup TV Schedule 📺Check where to catch all group games 📲

World Cup Group Picks

⭐️ NEW CHAMPIONS EPISODE ⭐️

Messi plans dinner for World Cup hopefuls CR7 and Mbappé 🎥

⭐️ The Champions: Episode 2 ⭐️

Ronaldo gatecrashes Messi's World Cup-winners meal 🎥

🌟 Champions Episode 3 🌟

World Cup contenders vs. pretenders as stars decide who belongs at the table 🎥

🌟 Champions Season Finale 🌟

The mansion is sinking. Can next generation save the day? 🎥

World Cup Match Predictions 🔮Calling each and every group game 📲

World Cup Smallest Nations 🔍

One country has a population smaller than Iowa City 🎥

Who Wins Each Group? 🧐Predicting teams that will rule World Cup group stage 📲

FIFA Rankings for World Cup TeamsHow each side stacks up in official list 📲

World Cup Schedule 🗓️It's finally here! Info on every game, starting with Thursday's opener 📲

World Cup Groups Preview 🔎Latest odds and TV schedules for incoming tournament 📲

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Dalic admits Croatia's World Cup opener against England 'can destroy everything'Zlatko Dalic sees Croatia's World Cup opener against England as pivotal to their summer fortunes

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Modric still casts a spell as Croatia win warm-up with England to comeLuka Modric scored on what could be last game on home soil as Croatia beat Slovenia 2-1 before heading off to the US, with England in their World Cup group

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Who Wins World Cup Golden Ball?Breaking down nominees for tournament's top player trophy 📲 (Goal)

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Most Iconic World Cup Moments ✨Listing 100 moments that go down in history 📲 (Goal)

One Week Until World Cup ⏰

It's so close you can taste it 🎥

STACKED Nike World Cup Ad 🔥Ronaldo. LeBron. Celeb cameos. Six-minute trailer has it all 🎥

Breaking NewsFIFA prohibits fans from bringing refillable water bottles into World Cup stadiums