18/06/2026
Flying Start for England as World Cup Campaign Takes Off
England begin World Cup campaign with confidence, goals and momentum
England could hardly have asked for a better start to their World Cup 2026 journey, securing an impressive 4-2 victory over Croatia and immediately giving supporters plenty to celebrate. In an entertaining contest, the Three Lions showcased attacking quality, resilience and confidence, sending out an early statement of intent to the rest of the tournament.
The result provides a valuable three points and puts England in a strong position within the group. Just as importantly, the performance demonstrated the squad's depth, character and ability to rise to the occasion on football's biggest stage.
Supporters across the country will be encouraged by both the result and the manner in which it was achieved. Attention now turns to Ghana, who will provide another challenging test. With momentum building and belief growing, England fans can look forward to the next match with genuine optimism and excitement.