Wednesday, June 17, 2026
Kickoff 4:00 PM ET (3:00 PM CT) at AT&T Stadium, Dallas
England vs Croatia - Wednesday, June 17, 2026 - World Cup 2026 Match 22
Wed, Jun 17
Date
4:00 PM
Kickoff (ET)
Group Stage
Round
L
Group
Where to watch England vs Croatia
All countries βOfficial rights-holders by country. Streaming-only services and free-to-air channels are tagged.
- FOX(TV, English, FOX + FS1)
- Telemundo(TV, Spanish, Telemundo + Universo)
- Peacock(stream, Spanish, all 104 matches)
- FOX Sports App(stream, English, FOX live stream)
- BBC(TV, Free-to-air, BBC One/Two)
- BBC iPlayer(stream, Free)
- ITV(TV, Free-to-air, ITV1)
- ITVX(stream, Free)
- SBS(TV, Free-to-air)
- SBS On Demand(stream, Free)
- TF1(TV, Free-to-air)
- beIN Sports(TV, Premium)
- La 1 (RTVE)(TV, Free-to-air)
- RTVE Play(stream, Free)
- TV PΓΊblica(TV, Free-to-air)
- DSports(TV, Premium)
- Telefe(TV, Selected matches)
- KBS / MBC / SBS(TV, Pool coverage)
- Coupang Play(stream, Streaming)
Rights and channel assignments verified ahead of the tournament. Live channel for FOX (US English) and Telemundo (US Spanish) splits between primary and secondary networks per match . check the rights-holder's schedule on match day for the exact channel.
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Match-day essentials - AT&T Stadium
Gates open
Gates typically open 90 minutes before kickoff for FIFA World Cup matches. Confirm exact times on the FIFA app once your tickets appear.
Bag policy
Clear bag only - max 12"Γ6"Γ12". One small clutch (4.5"Γ6.5") allowed.
Tickets
Mobile-only via the FIFA app. Save your ticket offline before leaving for the stadium and bring government photo ID matching your FIFA ID account.
Cash or card
Cashless. Cards or Apple/Google Pay only at all concessions and shops.
Best way to get there
Rideshare (most common)
Uber/Lyft from Dallas, Fort Worth, or DFW - $25-60 depending on origin. Designated drop-off zones outside the stadium.
When to arrive
Arrive 90-120 min early. Texas heat in June/July makes long outdoor lines brutal - hydrate and use sun protection while waiting.
Venue
Dallas, Texas - 92,967 capacity - Retractable roof
AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas hosts more World Cup matches than any other venue - 9 in total including a semi-final. Known as 'Jerry World' after Cowboys owner Jerry Jones, it is the largest of all 16 venues and contains the world's largest column-free interior space, large enough to fit the Statue of Liberty inside.
Address
1 AT&T Way, Arlington, TX 76011, USA
About This Match
England face Croatia in the Group Stage of Group L on Wednesday, June 17, 2026. England are ranked #4 in the world and managed by Thomas Tuchel; Croatia sit at #11 under Zlatko DaliΔ. The match kicks off at 15:00 local time at AT&T Stadium in Dallas.
England
England arrive at the 2026 FIFA World Cup under German coach Thomas Tuchel with a genuine belief that 60 years of hurt can finally end. The Three Lions boast arguably their strongest squad since 1966, led by Real Madrid's extraordinary Jude Bellingham - already one of the world's best players at just 22 - alongside the brilliance of Bukayo Saka, Harry Kane's prolific goal-scoring, and Phil Foden's creative genius. Group L with Croatia, Panama, and Ghana is a group England should win comfortably, setting up what could be a historic knockout run. After heartbreaking semi-final exits at 2018 and Euro 2020, and another final defeat at Euro 2024, the belief - and the talent - are finally aligned for England to go all the way.
Read England preview βCroatia
Croatia, one of the greatest small-nation success stories in World Cup history, arrive at 2026 to defend the legacy of their extraordinary 2018 run to the final - and their remarkable third-place finishes in 1998 and 2022. Captain Luka ModriΔ, widely considered one of the greatest midfielders of all time, plays in his fifth World Cup at age 40, providing inspiration and technical leadership to a squad that will need his experience and class. Coach Zlatko DaliΔ has maintained Croatia's incredible run of tournament performances, with JoΕ‘ko Gvardiol emerging as one of Europe's best young defenders. Group L against England, Panama, and Ghana is Croatia's clearest path to the knockout rounds, where they become a different team entirely.
Read Croatia preview βRecent Form
Last results for England and Croatia in pre-tournament friendlies. Updated through the FIFA window.
England
WW- Jun 10vs Costa Rica3-0
- Jun 6vs New Zealand1-0
Croatia
WL- Jun 7vs Slovenia2-1
- Jun 2vs Belgium0-2
Prediction Market Odds
Live implied probabilities from Kalshi prediction markets. England are the market favourite to win Group L.
England
Champion outright: 11.3%
Croatia
Champion outright: 1.0%
Where to Watch England vs Croatia
FIFA World Cup 2026 broadcasters by region. All host-country networks carry every match. Streaming apps are typically gated by region or by a paid subscription.
United States
FOX (English), Telemundo (Spanish)
FOX Sports app, Peacock
Canada
TSN, CTV, ICI Tou.tv (French)
TSN+, Crave
Mexico
TUDN, Canal 5, TV Azteca
ViX, TUDN app
United Kingdom
BBC One, ITV1
BBC iPlayer, ITVX
Australia
Optus Sport
Optus Sport app
Verify the exact channel on your provider's guide. Channels can shift between siblings (e.g. FOX β FS1) match by match.
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England vs Croatia - FAQ
When is England vs Croatia in the 2026 World Cup?+
England vs Croatia is on Wednesday, June 17, 2026 with kickoff at 15:00 local time at AT&T Stadium in Dallas.
Where is England vs Croatia being played?+
The match is at AT&T Stadium in Dallas, Texas. Capacity 92,967, Retractable roof.
What round is England vs Croatia?+
It's a Group Stage (Group L) match - match number 22 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
How do I get to AT&T Stadium for England vs Croatia?+
Rideshare (most common): Uber/Lyft from Dallas, Fort Worth, or DFW - $25-60 depending on origin. Designated drop-off zones outside the stadium.
What time should I arrive at AT&T Stadium?+
Arrive 90-120 min early. Texas heat in June/July makes long outdoor lines brutal - hydrate and use sun protection while waiting.
What is England's FIFA ranking heading into the World Cup?+
England is ranked #4 in the FIFA World Rankings, managed by Thomas Tuchel. Their best World Cup result is Champion and they have won the World Cup 1 time.
What is Croatia's FIFA ranking heading into the World Cup?+
Croatia is ranked #11 in the FIFA World Rankings, managed by Zlatko DaliΔ. Their best World Cup result is Runner-up.