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Source: Al Jazeera

Kane's Double Fires England Past Croatia in World Cup Opener

Harry Kane scored two goals, leading England to a 4-2 victory over Croatia in their opening match of the 2026 World Cup. Jude Bellingham and Marcus Rashford also contributed to England's goal tally, securing a strong start to their tournament campaign.

By Fainaron·Jun 17, 2026 (a minute ago)·1 views
Kane's Double Fires England Past Croatia in World Cup Opener

England secured a 4-2 victory against Croatia in their opening match of the 2026 World Cup. Captain Harry Kane was a pivotal figure in the game, scoring two goals for the English side.

Further goals for England were netted by Jude Bellingham and Marcus Rashford, contributing to the team's decisive win. The match marked the beginning of England's campaign in the 2026 tournament.

According to Al Jazeera, the win propelled England past Croatia in what was described as a World Cup thriller.

Source attribution: This article was AI-curated and rewritten by Fainaron from a piece originally published by Al Jazeera. Read the original at Al Jazeera →

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