Harry Kane ties England’s record for World Cup goals in 4-2 win over Croatia

A Harry Kane brace and brilliant second-half goals from Jude Bellingham and Marcus Rashford ensured the Three Lions kickstarted their World Cup campaign in style in the United States.

Past England managers have generally been in thrall to talent, or maybe just to the big names and big influence of their most important stars.

The England captain opened his 2026 World Cup account with a penalty and a header in Dallas on Wednesday

On a more worrying note for coach Thomas Tuchel, however, the team showed unusual defensive vulnerabilities, especially during a chaotic first half when England twice allowed Croatia to equalise.