Fun to watch and full of intent - this was an England we have not seen for years, writes Phil McNulty.
Tactical analysis: England look exciting but how can they tighten up?England produced some exciting attacking football while beating Croatia 4-2 but why did they look so shaky defensively?
From one to 48 - every World Cup team ranked after first gameAll 48 teams at the World Cup have now played once. BBC Sport's experts have ranked them all, from best to worst. Who is top? Not defending champions Argentina.
England make a winning start to their World Cup 2026 campaign, beating Croatia 4-2 in a thrilling match in Dallas.
Fans boo, players adapt - the view on World Cup hydration breaksSupporters are booing them, coaches are using them, players are adapting to them - mid-half hydration breaks are affecting everyone at the World Cup in different ways.
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