World Cup 2026 games live updates: England beats Croatia; Portugal and DR Congo draw 1-1

England secured a 4-1 victory over Croatia in their opening World Cup 2026 match, with Harry Kane scoring twice in the first half and Jude Bellingham and Marcus Rashford adding goals to seal the win. The result gives England an early advantage in Group L, though Croatia remains a threat after equalizing twice before England’s second-half dominance. Croatia’s Joško Gvardiol nearly scored a third goal but was blocked by Harry Kane, while England’s Jordan Pickford made a crucial save late in the game. In another Group L match, Portugal and the Democratic Republic of the Congo settled for a 1-1 draw, with Cristiano Ronaldo leading Portugal’s attack. The result leaves both teams tied on points, though Portugal’s experience and star power could prove decisive in later matches. The day’s remaining matches feature Ghana against Panama at 7 p.m. ET and Uzbekistan against Colombia at 10 p.m. ET, both airing on Telemundo and Peacock. Ghana, making its fifth World Cup appearance, seeks to avoid the group’s bottom spot, while Panama looks to build on its 2018 debut. England’s victory was built on strong possession and attacking play, with 10 shots on goal and multiple chances created in the second half. Croatia’s Dominik Livaković made several key saves, including stopping back-to-back shots from Harry Kane, but England’s late substitutions and counterattacks proved decisive. The early results in Group L highlight the competitive nature of the tournament, with no team yet guaranteed advancement. Ghana and Panama’s match later today could further shape the group’s standings, while Colombia and Uzbekistan’s clash will determine another path forward in the expanded 48-team World Cup.