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England beat Croatia 7-0 in Nations League match at Rijeka

England defeated Croatia 7-0 to move second in their Nations League group after a match played on Saturday in Rijeka.

Kane and Saka at the double as England thrash Croatia 7-0 in Nations League
File photo Kane and Saka at the double as England thrash Croatia 7-0 in Nations League Photo: The Guardian

Harry Kane and Bukayo Saka scored twice each

Harry Kane reached 89 international goals with two strikes, while Bukayo Saka also found the net twice. Jude Bellingham added a goal and three assists to the team's total scoreline. Anthony Gordon and Morgan Rogers contributed further goals during the second half of the game.

Thomas Tuchel praised the complete team performance

Manager Thomas Tuchel described the display as England's most complete since their World Cup victory over Croatia. He stated that every player maintained high pace and played through gaps for the full duration. The squad kept dominance with the ball and without it throughout the ninety minutes.

Spain won against Czech Republic in parallel match

Spain secured a 3-1 victory over the Czech Republic to stay at the top of their group. Lamine Yamal scored for Spain before Rodri and Mikel Merino added further goals in Oviedo. This result kept Spain three points clear of England with six games remaining in the tournament.

3 outlets, different leads

  • The Guardian

    Kane and Saka at the double as England thrash Croatia 7-0 in Nations League

  • Dawn

    Spain break down Czechs as England outclass Croatia in Nations League

  • Business Recorder

    Doubles from Kane and Saka power England to 7-0 rout of Croatia

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