Two goals, man of the match... but the jury's STILL out on Harry Kane, claims former Germany star - who accuses England captain of going missing in the big games

Kane, 32, spearheaded the Three Lions to a 4-2 victory against Croatia on Wednesday in Dallas with a brace scored before half-time.

'Dazzling, emphatic... and contenders to win the whole thing!': World's media are wowed by England with even rivals Germany and Argentina backing their chances to win the World Cup after Jude Bellingham starred in Croatia win

It's safe to say England's statement performance and win over Croatia did not go unnoticed by their rivals. Has Thomas Tuchel awoken a sleeping giant?

England star pinpoints Thomas Tuchel trait that separates him from Gareth Southgate

Thomas Tuchel has earned huge praise for masterminding England's win over Croatia as comparisons are made to former Three Lions boss Gareth Southgate

England 4-2 Croatia: Three Lions have the firepower to go far at this World Cup with Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham at the forefront - however, this side needs to improve defensively and fast, writes OLIVER HOLT

OLIVER HOLT AT DALLAS STADIUM: England had started their campaign with a 4-2 win and suddenly, dreams had been unleashed.

Thomas Tuchel spotted in heated argument with Jordan Pickford during England's World Cup opener against Croatia: 'Do as I told you!'

The Three Lions had gone ahead in Dallas through Harry Kane's retaken penalty when the dispute allegedly occurred.

The Verdict: Tuchel turns England heads and the exciting stat... from 1966!

Sky Sports News' senior reporter Rob Dorsett reflects on England's 4-2 win over Croatia at the World Cup.