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Gary Neville warns England defense ahead of World Cup match against Croatia

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 3:18 PM

Last updated Jun 16, 2026

Gary Neville warns England defense ahead of World Cup match against Croatia
Summary

England will begin their World Cup campaign against Croatia in Dallas on Wednesday. Gary Neville cautioned that the defense must avoid a ''nervous start'' to maintain tournament momentum. He emphasized the importance of a solid performance from the back four and noted uncertainties over the starting lineup, particularly regarding John Stones and Ezri Konsa. Tino Livramento will miss the World Cup due to injury and has been replaced by Trevoh Chalobah.

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  • •England opens World Cup against Croatia on Wednesday in Dallas.
  • •Neville stresses importance of a solid defensive performance.
  • •John Stones and Ezri Konsa likely to start in defense.
  • •Tino Livramento misses World Cup due to injury; Chalobah replaces him.
  • •Reece James and Nico O'Reilly expected to start as full-backs.
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  • 3:18 PMYahoo Sports — Gary Neville sends warning to England defence ahead of World Cup opener against Croatia
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England will begin their World Cup campaign against Croatia in Dallas on Wednesday

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