
Brave England face Croatia as Tuchel weighs Saka selection in World Cup 2026 opener
England begin their World Cup 2026 campaign with a Dallas showdown against Croatia as Thomas Tuchel weighs whether Bukayo Saka can start while Trevoh Chalobah is unavailable; Luka Modric remains a key Croatian figure, and England’s lineup decisions could hinge on Saka’s fitness as they aim to recapture momentum after 2018 heartbreak, with UK viewers able to watch on ITV.