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2026 FIFA World Cup: England and Croatia Deadlocked at Half-Time

2026 FIFA World Cup: England and Croatia Deadlocked at Half-Time

England and Croatia went into the break level after an entertaining 2-2 first half of their FIFA World Cup Group L clash in Arlington, Texas.

England made the brighter start and took the lead through Captain Harry Kane who scored a brace.

Croatia responded strongly and found an equaliser through Baturina who continued to be a threat down the flanks with his experience and movement.
Just when it looked as though the sides would head into the dressing room with Croatia trailing, Perisic produced a moment of brilliance on the stroke of half-time.

The winger flicked a header into the danger area, where Musa reacted quickest to volley the ball home and bring Croatia level.

The dramatic late goal ensured the teams went into the interval locked at 2-2, setting up an intriguing second half in this crucial opening

The second half promises more excitement as both sides chase a winning start to their World Cup campaign.

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