FIFA World Cup 2026: Kane scores brace as England clinch 4-2 win vs Croatia in campaign opener - Action in images

Harry Kane scored a brace as England defeated Croatia in their FIFA World Cup opener, in Dallas.

Published on: Jun 18, 2026 4:19 AM IST

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England clinched a 4-2 victory against Croatia in their FIFA World Cup opener. (Getty Images via AFP)

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Harry Kane opened the scoring in the 12th minute, converting a penalty. (AFP)

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Croatia's Martin Baturina made it 1-1 in the 36th minute. (REUTERS)

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Harry Kane completed his brace in the 42nd minute, scoring a header. (AFP)

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Just before half time, Petar Musa scored for Croatia, making it 2-2. (REUTERS)

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England immediately took the lead right after the restart, with Jude Bellingham scoring their third in the 47th minute. (AP Photo/Sam Hodde)

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Then Marcus Rashford settled proceedings with England's fourth in the 85th minute. (REUTERS)