Rashford scores in England's World Cup win over Croatia
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 5:54 PM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
Marcus Rashford scored during a lively 18-minute cameo in England's 4-2 victory against Croatia in their World Cup opener held in Dallas. The substitute for Anthony Gordon made a strong case for a starting role as England prepares to face Ghana in Boston on Tuesday. The decision about Rashford's inclusion will be pivotal for head coach Thomas Tuchel, as Gordon has faced challenges with form leading into the tournament. Former striker Chris Sutton advocates for Rashford's starting position in the next match, noting Gordon's recent struggles.
- •Rashford scored the final goal in England's 4-2 victory over Croatia.
- •The match was held in Dallas as part of the World Cup.
- •England's next match is against Ghana in Boston on Tuesday.
- •Tuchel faces lineup decisions ahead of the next game.
- •Gordon's recent form has raised questions about his starting position.
- 5:54 PMYahoo Sports — Rashford has made powerful case to start
"England's attacking style in their opening World Cup win against Croatia in Dallas created a stir of excitement but still left head coach Thomas Tuchel with questions to ponder. In attack, substitute Marcus Rashford scored the final goal in England's 4-2 victory after replacing new Barcelona buy Anthony Gordon, making a powerful case for his inclusion from the start with a lively 18-minute cameo. England's World Cup campaign now moves to Boston, where they face Ghana on Tuesday, and where Tuchel must decide whether to stick or twist with his line-up.
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