England defeated Croatia with a final score of 4-2. The match ended with England as the winner. ## Group Stage Implications: The result of this match means England earned a win in the group stage. The score was 2-2 at half-time. England's win has implications for the group standings, although the current group table is not available. England and Croatia are part of GROUP_L in the world cup. The outcome of this game contributed to England's position in the group.