England vs Croatia Result: England 4–2 Croatia — World Cup 2026 Matchday 1
Quick answer: England 4–2 Croatia at AT&T Stadium, Arlington on June 17, 2026 — Group L, Match 22. Scorers: England: Harry Kane (12'), Harry Kane (42'), Jude Bellingham (47'), Marcus Rashford (85'). Croatia: Martin Baturina (36'), Petar Musa (45+5').
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Final Score
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Result | England 4–2 Croatia |
| Group | L |
| Match | #22 (Matchday 1) |
| Date | June 17, 2026 |
| Kickoff (local) | 17:00 |
| Venue | AT&T Stadium, Arlington |
| Stage | Group stage — Matchday 1 |
| Goal scorers | England: Harry Kane 12', Harry Kane 42', Jude Bellingham 47', Marcus Rashford 85'; Croatia: Martin Baturina 36', Petar Musa 45+5' |
Goal Scorers
- 12'Harry Kane
- 42'Harry Kane
- 47'Jude Bellingham
- 85'Marcus Rashford
- 36'Martin Baturina
- 45+5'Petar Musa
Match Summary
England beat Croatia 4-2 at AT&T Stadium in a rematch of the 2018 World Cup semifinal. Harry Kane scored twice alongside goals from Jude Bellingham and Marcus Rashford; Martin Baturina and Petar Musa replied for Croatia.
Player of the match: Harry Kane.
Key Moments
- Harry Kane put England ahead in the 12th minute before Martin Baturina levelled for Croatia in the 36th.
- Kane restored England's lead in the 42nd minute and Petar Musa equalized in first-half stoppage time (45+5').
- Jude Bellingham and Marcus Rashford scored in the second half to seal a four-goal England win.
Group L Standings After Matchday 1
England top Group L on three points with a +2 goal difference. Croatia must beat Panama on Matchday 2 to stay in the knockout race.
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What This Means for England & Croatia
England take three points from Matchday 1. Croatia must respond on Matchday 2.
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What's Next — Matchday 2
| Team | Next fixture |
|---|---|
| England | Full schedule — Group L |
| Croatia | Full schedule — Group L |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What was the England vs Croatia score at World Cup 2026?
England 4–2 Croatia — played at AT&T Stadium, Arlington on June 17, 2026 (Group L, Matchday 1).
Who won England vs Croatia World Cup 2026?
England won 4–2.
Where was England vs Croatia played?
AT&T Stadium, Arlington — kickoff 17:00 local time.
What group is England vs Croatia in?
Group L at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
How does this result affect Group L?
England top Group L on three points with a +2 goal difference. Croatia must beat Panama on Matchday 2 to stay in the knockout race.
Who scored in England vs Croatia?
England: Harry Kane 12', Harry Kane 42', Jude Bellingham 47', Marcus Rashford 85'. Croatia: Martin Baturina 36', Petar Musa 45+5'.