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World Cup betting: England can edge out tired Croatia to reach the final – but back livewire Luka Modric to score

Three Lions face the biggest and toughest test - especially as their rivals have midfield magicians Modric and Ivan Rakitic

D-DAY has arrived for England as a first World Cup final for 52 years beckons.

But Croatia pose the Three Lions’ sternest test in Russia yet, especially with Luka Modric and Ivan Rakitic pulling the strings in midfield.

 Croatia's midfield superstar Luka Modric could be the main threat on Wednesday night to England's chances of reaching only their second ever World Cup final
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Croatia's midfield superstar Luka Modric could be the main threat on Wednesday night to England's chances of reaching only their second ever World Cup finalCredit: Getty Images - Getty

Real Madrid playmaker Modric has been one of the tournament's standout stars and is 4/1 with to score inside 90 minutes.

England should be favourites, though, against a tired Croatia side who were taken to penalties after 120 gruelling minutes against Russia in the quarter-finals.

England are at 8/13 to make it through to Sunday's showpiece.

And goalkeeping hero Jordan Pickford is 16/1 to save a penalty in normal time, both offers with .

 Quarter-final shootout hero Jordan Pickford is an enticing bet to save a penalty
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Quarter-final shootout hero Jordan Pickford is an enticing bet to save a penaltyCredit: EPA
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DIAMOND: England to qualify for the final, 8/13 with .

NEXT BEST: Luka Modric to score anytime inside 90 minutes, 4/1 with .

LONG SHOT: Jordan Pickford to save a penalty inside 90 minutes, 16/1 with .

Small print: 18+ only, T&Cs apply. Odds subject to change.

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England manager Gareth Southgate is confident of overcoming Croatia - whilst Jordan Henderson will have a vital role combating the gifted Croatian playmakersCredit: Reuters
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