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England face Croatia in World Cup opener with early group control at stake
Key takeaways
- With Ghana and Panama also in the group, the early meeting between its two standout sides carries immediate significance.
- The fixture also arrives with a familiar narrative.
- Croatia’s extra-time victory over England in the 2018 semi-finals remains a defining moment in recent tournament history, and although both squads have evolved, the psychological edge of that night still lingers.
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Add ARY News on Google AAResize KANSAS CITY, Missouri: England begin their World Cup campaign against Croatia in Arlington, Texas on Wednesday, a heavyweight Group L opener that could set the tone for both teams’ tournament ambitions.
With Ghana and Panama also in the group, the early meeting between its two standout sides carries immediate significance. Victory would hand the winner control from the outset, while defeat risks placing early pressure on qualification hopes.
The fixture also arrives with a familiar narrative.
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