Luka Vuskovic poised to challenge England in World Cup opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 9:26 AM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
Croatia faces England in the World Cup opener on June 16 in Dallas. Luka Vuskovic, 19, is expected to start after a standout season in the Bundesliga with Hamburg, where he scored six goals in 30 appearances. Tottenham's £12 million signing in 2023 has drawn attention from top clubs following a rejected £30 million bid from Brighton. Vuskovic has been labeled a potential ‘generational player’ by coaches, who highlight his skills in set-pieces and dominance in defense. His performance against England, especially while facing captain Harry Kane, is highly anticipated.
- •Vuskovic could make his competitive debut for Croatia against England.
- •He has been praised for his dominant defensive abilities.
- •Tottenham rejected a £30 million bid from Brighton.
- •Vuskovic scored six goals during his loan at Hamburg.
- •The match marks Croatia's first game in the World Cup.
- 9:26 AMYahoo Sports — The ‘generational’ Croatia star England must be wary of in World Cup opener
"Tottenham’s Luka Vuskovic could be one of the breakout stars of this summer’s tournament
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