Kane brace fires England to 4–2 win over Croatia in World Cup opener (opens original article in a new tab)

England defeated Croatia 4-2 in the World Cup opener, with Harry Kane scoring twice and Jude Bellingham and Marcus Rashford adding goals.

• Harry Kane scored twice in the first half, including a retaken penalty, to help England lead 2-0 against Croatia
• Croatia equalized twice, with Martin Baturina and Petar Musa scoring, before England secured a 4-2 victory
• Jude Bellingham and Marcus Rashford scored in the second half to ensure England's win in the World Cup opener