Croatia national football team
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Croatia national football team, translated into English and compared across sources. 22 recent stories.
Israeli League Midfielder Named Man of the Match Despite Panama Exit
Christian Martinez of Ironi Kiryat Shmona was named FIFA's Man of the Match after Panama lost 1-0 to Croatia at the 2026 World Cup. Despite Panama's elimination, Spanish media pra…
Ronaldo Answers Critics as Portugal Crushes Uzbekistan, Other Night Previews Follow
Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice as Portugal defeated Uzbekistan 5-0 on Tuesday night into Wednesday. The roundup also noted England’s 0-0 draw with Ghana, Croatia’s 1-0 win over Pa…
Portugal routs Uzbekistan as World Cup group play continues
The second round of the 2026 World Cup group stage ended overnight with four matches. Portugal beat Uzbekistan 5-0, England drew 0-0 with Ghana, and Croatia defeated Panama 1-0.
England Held, Modric Reaches Rare Milestone as Ronaldo Makes History
Portugal beat Uzbekistan 5-0, with Cristiano Ronaldo scoring twice and becoming the first player to score in six World Cups. England drew 0-0 with Ghana, Croatia beat Panama 1-0…
England’s Patience Backfires in Goalless Draw With Ghana
England drew 0-0 with Ghana at the 2026 World Cup after a poor second game following a 4-2 win over Croatia. The article says England struggled against Ghana’s deep defense, criti…
Ronaldo Makes World Cup History as Portugal Rout Uzbekistan
Cristiano Ronaldo became the first player to score in six World Cups as Portugal thrashed Uzbekistan 5-0. England drew 0-0 with Ghana, and Croatia beat Panama 1-0.
Croatia beats Panama to stay alive as Modric marks 200th cap
Croatia beat Panama 1-0 in Toronto to earn its first points in Group 12 of the 2026 World Cup. Ante Budimir scored in the 54th minute, Luka Modric made his 200th international app…
England’s World Cup opener looks more like a club team under Thomas Tuchel
England beat Croatia 4-2 in their 2026 World Cup opener, with Thomas Tuchel credited for turning the team into a club-like side. The article highlights England’s tactical structur…
Ghanaian Witch Doctor Says He Will Curse Harry Kane Before England Match
A Ghanaian witch doctor, Nana Kwaku Bonsam, said he will curse Harry Kane before England's Tuesday night match against Ghana. England are seeking a win to advance, while Kane arri…
Messi’s 17 World Cup Goals, and the Road to the Record
Lionel Messi has become the all-time leading scorer in World Cup history with his 17th tournament goal. The article reviews every one of his World Cup goals from 2006 through his…
Roy Keane Slams England Players’ Partners Over World Cup Match Shirts
Roy Keane criticized the wives and girlfriends of England players for wearing their partners’ names on World Cup shirts. The remarks came on The Overlap after England’s 4-2 win ov…
Why Barcelona Is Wary of Rashford Succeeding at the World Cup
Barcelona want Marcus Rashford to stay, but a strong World Cup could raise his price and attract rivals. He scored after coming off the bench in England’s 4-2 win over Croatia, an…
Kane's penalty tactic draws scrutiny after England beat Croatia
Harry Kane's penalty technique was criticized after England's 4-2 win over Croatia in the 2026 World Cup context. Kane scored again on a retaken spot kick after Dominik Livakovic…
England and Ghana thrill as Portugal disappoints in a four-match World Cup night
World Cup 2026 featured four matches and 13 goals, led by England’s 4-2 win over Croatia. Portugal disappointed in a 1-1 draw with DR Congo, Ghana won in the 95th minute, and Colo…
England’s best version yet under Tuchel and Kane’s leadership
England beat Croatia 4-2 in one of the World Cup’s most dramatic matches, with Harry Kane scoring twice and embodying the team’s work rate. The article says Thomas Tuchel has made…
England’s Best Version Yet Arrives in Commanding World Cup Win Over Croatia
England beat Croatia in a tense 2026 World Cup opener, powered by Harry Kane’s brace and relentless pressing. The article credits Thomas Tuchel’s influence for a more dynamic Engl…
Tuchel explains early Rice substitution after England’s 4-2 win over Croatia
England beat Croatia 4-2 in its World Cup opener, but Thomas Tuchel said Declan Rice came off early because of discomfort and caution. Rice had assisted Harry Kane and remained im…
Harry Kane says he has hit peak form at the right moment after England's opening win
Harry Kane scored twice in England’s 4-2 opening win over Croatia at the 2026 World Cup. After the match, he said he feels at peak form, equaled Gary Lineker’s England World Cup t…
Tuchel’s halftime message sparks England’s World Cup opening win over Croatia
England beat Croatia 4-2 in their 2026 World Cup opener after Thomas Tuchel’s halftime talk helped turn the match. Harry Kane scored twice, Jude Bellingham restored the lead early…
England Impresses, Portugal Stumbles on Day 7 of the 2026 World Cup
England beat Croatia 4-2, with Harry Kane setting a new England World Cup scoring record. Portugal were held 1-1 by Congo, and Ghana won 1-0 with a 95th-minute goal over Panama.
England and Croatia Deliver a Wild World Cup Opener
England beat Croatia in a wild 2026 World Cup opener that featured two England leads, two Croatia comebacks, and a decisive Jude Bellingham goal. Social media erupted, calling it…
Messi’s Kansas City masterclass lifts Argentina in World Cup thriller
Lionel Messi scored a hat trick for Argentina in Kansas City against Croatia, after an earlier disallowed goal. Argentina fans packed the stadium for him, and the article portrays…