What time is Croatia vs England kick-off at World Cup 2026?

Saturday, October 3 at 12:00 PM EDT (Saturday 3 October at 17:00 BST UK).

What TV channel shows Croatia vs England World Cup 2026?

FOX Sports and Telemundo (Spanish) (USA); BBC and ITV (free to air) (UK).

What are the World Cup 2026 Group L standings?

1. England — 7pts; 2. Croatia — 6pts; 3. Ghana — 4pts; 4. Panama — 0pts

Who is the favourite to win Croatia vs England World Cup 2026?

Both sides enter with credible squads; our preview above analyses form and tactics without gambling odds.

FIFA World Cup 2026

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Croatia vs England — FIFA World Cup 2026 World Cup 2026 Live (46')

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46'

Today

Stadion Rujevica

Croatia

LIVE · 46'

0:4

England

Form (last 5)

Croatia

L@Portugal2 - 1Jul 2
WvsGhana2 - 1Jun 27
W@Panama0 - 1Jun 23
L@England4 - 2Jun 17

England

W@France4 - 6Jul 18
LvsArgentina1 - 2Jul 15
W@Norway1 - 2Jul 11
W@Mexico2 - 3Jul 6
WvsCongo DR2 - 1Jul 1

Insights

Croatia have scored 6 goals in their last 4 matches.
Croatia have conceded 7 goals in their last 4 matches.
England have scored 14 goals in their last 5 matches.
England have conceded 10 goals in their last 5 matches.
England have won 4 of their last 5 matches.

Timeline (5)

8'Harry Kane (assist: Jude Bellingham) — Normal GoalEngland
21'Jude Bellingham (assist: Anthony Gordon) — Normal GoalEngland
39'Anthony Gordon (assist: Jarell Quansah) — Normal GoalEngland
45'Bukayo Saka (assist: Jude Bellingham) — Normal GoalEngland
45'Petar Musa (assist: Igor Matanovic) — Substitution 1Croatia

Match statistics

184	Passes accurate	328
3	Shots insidebox	10
1	Shots outsidebox	2
1	Blocked Shots	1
3	Free Kicks	4
3	Goalkeeper Saves	0
3	Shots off Goal	4
211	Total passes	361
4	Total Shots	12
0	Shots on Goal	7
0	Offsides	1
0	Corner Kicks	4
4	Fouls	3
0	Yellow Cards	0
0	Red Cards	0
37%	Ball Possession	63%

About the match

Croatia face England in the UEFA Nations League (League A - 3). Kickoff is Oct 3, 2026, 4:00 PM at Stadion Rujevica. Follow live scores, lineups, statistics and head-to-head history right here.

Croatia and England are live in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group L at Stadion Rujevica. Follow the score on this page or the live hub.

How to Watch Croatia vs England World Cup 2026 Highlights

In the United States, Croatia vs England is carried on FOX Sports and Telemundo (Spanish). UK viewers can watch on BBC and ITV (free to air). SBS (Australia), MBC/KBS/SBS (South Korea), and national broadcasters in each competing country also hold rights in their territories. FWC Live Score does not link to unofficial streams — use your national broadcaster's official World Cup 2026 TV schedule. For kickoff times see our fixtures page and how to watch guide.

FAQs

Q: What time is Croatia vs England kick-off at World Cup 2026?: A: Saturday, October 3 at 12:00 PM EDT (Saturday 3 October at 17:00 BST UK).
Q: Where is Croatia vs England World Cup 2026 being played?: A: Stadion Rujevica, Rijeka.
Q: What TV channel shows Croatia vs England World Cup 2026?: A: FOX Sports and Telemundo (Spanish) (USA); BBC and ITV (free to air) (UK).
Q: What are the World Cup 2026 Group L standings?: A: 1. England — 7pts; 2. Croatia — 6pts; 3. Ghana — 4pts; 4. Panama — 0pts
Q: Who is the favourite to win Croatia vs England World Cup 2026?: A: Both sides enter with credible squads; our preview above analyses form and tactics without gambling odds.