England
England vs Croatia has not started yet, so the live score remains in pre-match mode ahead of the 4:00 PM ET kickoff on Wednesday, June 17, 2026. Match 22 opens the pressure race in Group L at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, where England arrive with more attacking depth and Croatia bring the midfield control that usually makes knockout-level ties feel tense from the first whistle.
Keep this live feed open if you want the first verified score change, major match events, and key stats once FIFA confirms them. The projected England vs Croatia lineups still point to Harry Kane, Jude Bellingham, Luka Modric, and Mateo Kovacic shaping the first tactical swings before kickoff in FIFA World Cup 2026.
England vs Croatia Match Date and Kickoff Time
| Key Info | Detail |
|---|---|
| Date | Wednesday, June 17, 2026 |
| Kickoff Time | 4:00 PM ET / 8:00 PM UTC / 3:00 PM Arlington time |
| Venue | Dallas Stadium, Arlington |
| Stage | FIFA World Cup 2026 Group Stage |
| Group | Group L |
| Referee | Clement Turpin (France) |
| Attendance | yet to be confirmed |
England vs Croatia Team News Before Kickoff
England's biggest pre-match decision still sits on the right side of the attack because Bukayo Saka is managing Achilles pain. He has said he feels ready, yet Thomas Tuchel has also kept the load under close watch, so Noni Madueke remains the clearest alternative if England choose a safer start.
Croatia's warm-up period raised questions around Josko Gvardiol and Mateo Kovacic, but both remain expected to be available for the opener. Zlatko Dalic still looks likely to trust the veteran spine of Modric, Kovacic, Perisic, and Kramaric, while the main late decision may come in the center-back pairing around Josip Sutalo.
England vs Croatia — H2H Record
England and Croatia do bring meaningful senior history into Arlington. The head-to-head record shows 11 previous meetings, with England winning six, Croatia winning three, and two matches finishing level, so there is enough history here for both teams to understand the pressure points before the first live score update.
The most famous result still sits with Croatia's 2-1 World Cup semi-final win in 2018, but England took the last meeting 1-0 at UEFA Euro 2021. That split keeps the matchup balanced enough that one early goal can change the whole rhythm of the game.
| Stat | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Meetings | 11 |
| England Wins | 6 |
| Draws | 2 |
| Croatia Wins | 3 |
| Last Meeting | England 1-0 Croatia, UEFA Euro 2021 |
Recent history says neither side can relax once the score moves.
Players to Watch in England vs Croatia Live Score Coverage
The England squad still turns around Kane's finishing, Bellingham's ability to receive between lines, and Declan Rice's control of the first pass. Saka or Madueke can also define the live score if England create enough one-on-one situations against Croatia's full-backs.
The Croatia squad carries its clearest pressure through Modric's tempo, Kovacic's carrying power, and Perisic's direct final-third work. Andrej Kramaric and Ante Budimir matter too because Croatia may not need many clean chances if the midfield keeps the game slow and compact.
England vs Croatia — Match Stats
| Stat | England | Croatia |
|---|---|---|
| Possession | — | — |
| Shots | — | — |
| Shots on Target | — | — |
| Corners | — | — |
| Fouls | — | — |
| Yellow Cards | — | — |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Offsides | — | — |
| Passes | — | — |
| Pass Accuracy | — | — |
| Key Passes | — | — |
| Interceptions | — | — |
| Saves | — | — |
Match stats will update once the game is underway.
What This Result Means for the Group / Standings
Group L starts with England, Croatia, Ghana, and Panama all on zero points, so the opener in Arlington can set the pressure line for the rest of the section straight away. England know a win would place them in early control, while Croatia know any positive result would shift the whole group conversation before matchday two.
A draw would keep the table tight and raise the value of every later fixture. Keep an eye on Group L — FIFA World Cup 2026 because the first real separation in the standings could begin with this result.
| Team | Played | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| England | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Croatia | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Ghana | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Panama | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the England vs Croatia live score?
The live score panel will update from kickoff with verified goals, key match events, and major changes from Arlington.
When does England vs Croatia start?
England and Croatia play on Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at Dallas Stadium in Arlington. Kickoff is at 4:00 PM ET.
Who are the main players to watch in England vs Croatia?
England's key names include Harry Kane, Jude Bellingham, Declan Rice, and Bukayo Saka. Croatia's main threats include Luka Modric, Mateo Kovacic, Ivan Perisic, and Andrej Kramaric.
How does this result affect the Group L standings?
This result can change the early Group L picture because Ghana and Panama are the other teams in the section. A win in Arlington would give either England or Croatia the stronger early route into matchday two.
Keep the live score open from kickoff if you want the first verified goal, the key stat swings, and the immediate Group L table effect.
England bring the deeper attack, yet Croatia still have enough tournament control to make every live update matter.
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