Petar Musa Stuns England with Clutch World Cup Strike in Thrilling Upset
FC Dallas striker Petar Musa scored a crucial equalizer for Croatia in their highly anticipated match against England on Wednesday. The goal, which came on the stroke of halftime, was set up by a header from Ivan Perišić and volleyed past England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford, leveling the score at 2-2.
Although Croatia ultimately lost 4-2, Musa's goal marked a significant moment in the match. He became the second player from the league to score at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, following Inter Miami's Lionel Messi, who netted a hat trick on Tuesday.
Musa has solidified his place in Croatia's starting lineup under head coach Zlatko Dalić, having returned to the national team in November 2025 after a two-year absence. He has featured in all but one match during the build-up to the World Cup, including scoring his first international goal. Musa now has two goals in 12 caps and is expected to play a key role in Croatia's World Cup campaign.
The striker is enjoying a strong 2026 season, tied for second in the Golden Boot race with 12 goals and two assists. Musa is on pace to set a new personal best, having scored at least 12 goals in every MLS campaign since joining the league.
Although Croatia ultimately lost 4-2, Musa's goal marked a significant moment in the match. He became the second player from the league to score at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, following Inter Miami's Lionel Messi, who netted a hat trick on Tuesday.
Musa has solidified his place in Croatia's starting lineup under head coach Zlatko Dalić, having returned to the national team in November 2025 after a two-year absence. He has featured in all but one match during the build-up to the World Cup, including scoring his first international goal. Musa now has two goals in 12 caps and is expected to play a key role in Croatia's World Cup campaign.
The striker is enjoying a strong 2026 season, tied for second in the Golden Boot race with 12 goals and two assists. Musa is on pace to set a new personal best, having scored at least 12 goals in every MLS campaign since joining the league.
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