Match Centre: Croatia v England
The Three Lions travel to Rijeka for the third game of their UEFA Nations League 2026-27 campaign
Croatia v England
League A, Group 3
UEFA Nations League
5pm BST, Saturday 3 October
Stadion HNK Rijeka
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PRE-MATCH NEWS
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Anthony Gordon's tribute to Trent
Last time out: England 4-2 Croatia
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Croatia in profile
Nickname: Vatreni
Coach: Slaven Bilic
Captain: Luka Modric
Head-to-head
England have faced Croatia on 12 occasions and emerged victorious last time out as they won 4-2 in the 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage.
The Three Lions have seven wins, two draws and three defeats in those 12 meetings and have faced Croatia twice before in the UEFA Nations League.
England Squad News
Ticket Information
This fixture is now sold out.
How to watch or stream
Czechia v England will be shown live on ITV in the UK.
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