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World Cup Kickoff: England vs Croatia
England began their FIFA World Cup campaign against Croatia in Dallas. Key players like Kane and Messi made strong debuts, signaling a competitive start to the tournament.
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ESPN
It wasn't entirely clear if Lionel Messi would make it to the 2026 tournament. But his hat trick in the first game showed how ready he is.
2026-06-17 07:47 UTC
Al Jazeera
Title contenders England begin their FIFA World Cup campaign against familiar foes Croatia in Group L in Dallas.
2026-06-17 06:31 UTC