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England vs Croatia Result & Match Review

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World Cup · World · Group Stage - 1
FT
EnglandEngland
4-2
CroatiaCroatia
Wed 17 Jun · 20:00📍 AT&T StadiumRef · Clement Turpin, France
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Match result

England 4-2 Croatia (FT).

England secured a 4-2 victory against Croatia at AT&T Stadium in their opening Group Stage match of the World Cup.

By BetLogic AI · Reviewed by BetLogic EditorialPublished after full-time: 20 Jun 2026, 04:16 UTC

What happened

In the World Cup Group Stage opener at AT&T Stadium, England took an early lead with a penalty by H. Kane in the 12th minute. Croatia fought back with goals from M. Baturina (36') and P. Musa (45'), but England regained control with Kane's second goal (42'), followed by J. Bellingham (47') and M. Rashford (85') to secure the win.

Key turning points

Key moments included Kane's penalty at 12', Croatia's equalizers at 36' and 45', and England's immediate response with goals at 42' and 47', which shifted momentum decisively in England's favor.

Stats that mattered

England held a slight possession advantage (52% to 48%) and dominated in shots (22 to 10) and shots on goal (11 to 5). They also led significantly in shots inside the box (20 to 4) and corner kicks (8 to 2), reflecting their attacking pressure.

BetLogic AI prediction review

The pre-match BetLogic prediction favored England or a draw with a 94% probability, aligning well with the final outcome as England won convincingly.

What this means next

This victory gives England a strong start in the World Cup Group Stage, positioning them well for progression to the knockout rounds.

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England 4-2 Croatia (FT).
What happened?
England secured a 4-2 victory against Croatia at AT&T Stadium in their opening Group Stage match of the World Cup.
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