'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 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.

Ex-Timbers boss Savarese joins A-League club

Melbourne Victory have appointed former Portland Timbers boss Giovanni Savarese as A-League Men coach in a bid to add an international flavour to the club.

Thomas Tuchel sparks injury fears over Declan Rice - who he would 'never normally take off' - as England star is subbed in first World Cup win

Thomas Tuchel says he would never normally substitute Declan Rice - but had concerns about an injury that England's star midfielder has admitted he's been 'nursing' for weeks.

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.