Adorable dog that predicts World Cup match results got England game totally right

Adorable dog that predicts World Cup match results got England game totally right A Brussels Griffon called Bug has become an online sensation on Instagram – and the pooch correctly predicted England's 4-2 victory over Croatia in their first 2026 FIFA World Cup match England triumphed in their opening 2026 FIFA World Cup fixture as they defeated Croatia 4-2 last Wednesday (June 17) – launching their campaign in spectacular fashion. The match witnessed England captain Harry Kane bag a two goals – including a retaken penalty – while Jude Bellingham and Marcus Rashford also found the net once each. Countless England supporters were hoping for such a brilliant outcome, though one dog owner was convinced that England would claim victory after their pet 'predicted it'. A Brussels Griffon named Bug has become an internet star on Instagram – with the pup renowned for his 'modelling, acting and sports commentating'. Indeed, Bug is so beloved that he's amassed over 49,000 followers on the his @bugthebrusselsgriffon account. Bug's owner posted on his account prior to the fixture to share the dog's prediction on what the outcome would be – with the pooch accurately selecting England as the victors. The video showed Bug positioned in front of two miniature footballs – one bearing an England flag, while the other displayed a Croatian flag. Bug, who was sporting an England shirt, was then filmed touching the England flag – signalling that they would prevail. The caption read: "My dog predicts World Cup match results: ENGLAND VS CROATIA. Posting this today as it is my Magnus Opus. Bug has made the call." Viewers adored the post, with it garnering over 29,000 likes. One person exclaimed: "Absolutely iconic," as another person added: "He was right." A third joined in: "Yay, Bug. You are really good at this." Meanwhile, a fourth penned: "Go England - well done Bug!" England's next World Cup match is set against Ghana on Tuesday (June 23). The match will be broadcast on BBC One at 9pm BST. Let's wait and see if Bug can keep up his winning streak with his next prediction.