England vs Croatia Live Stream: How to Watch World Cup 2026 Online
England and Croatia meet on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, in a Group L fixture with significant implications for knockout-stage qualification. The match represents a critical early test for both nations to secure their positioning within the group.
- Competition
- FIFA World Cup 2026 โ Group L
- Date
- Wednesday, June 17, 2026
- Kick-off (UTC)
- 2026-06-17 20:00 UTC
- Stage
- Group Stage
Where to watch England vs Croatia
The FIFA World Cup 2026 is broadcast in nearly every country worldwide. Here's where to find live coverage in major markets:
- ๐บ๐ธ United States: Telemundo (Spanish) and Fox Sports (English). Stream via the Fox Sports app or NBC's Telemundo app.
- ๐ฌ๐ง United Kingdom: BBC One or ITV1 (depending on rotation). Free streams on BBC iPlayer and ITVX.
- ๐ง๐ช Belgium: RTBF (French) and VRT (Dutch). Free live streams on Auvio and VRT MAX.
- ๐ณ๐ฑ Netherlands: NOS, free on NPO Start.
- ๐ซ๐ท France: TF1 and beIN Sports share broadcast rights. TF1+ offers a free stream for matches on the main channel.
- ๐ฉ๐ช Germany: ARD and ZDF (free, alternating). MagentaTV carries selected matches.
- ๐ช๐ธ Spain: La 1 (RTVE, free on RTVE Play) and Telecinco.
- ๐ฎ๐น Italy: Rai 1, free on Rai Play. Mediaset carries selected fixtures.
- ๐ต๐น Portugal: RTP1, free on RTP Play. Sport TV carries selected matches.
- ๐ฒ๐ฝ Mexico: Canal 5 and TUDN. ViX+ streams every match.
- ๐จ๐ฆ Canada: TSN and CTV. Stream on TSN+ and CTV.ca.
Kick-off times around the world
| Region | Local kick-off |
|---|---|
| ๐บ๐ธ USA East (NY / Miami) | 16:00 ET |
| ๐บ๐ธ USA Central (Chicago / Dallas) | 15:00 CT |
| ๐บ๐ธ USA West (LA / Seattle) | 13:00 PT |
| ๐ฒ๐ฝ Mexico City | 14:00 |
| ๐จ๐ฆ Canada East (Toronto) | 16:00 ET |
| ๐ฌ๐ง UK / Ireland / Portugal | 21:00 BST |
| ๐ช๐บ Belgium / NL / France / Spain / Germany / Italy | 22:00 CEST |
| ๐ง๐ท Brazil (Sรฃo Paulo) | 17:00 |
| ๐ฆ๐ท Argentina (Buenos Aires) | 17:00 |
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Team form
England
England enter their 2026 World Cup qualifier against Croatia under manager Thomas Tuchel. The squad includes attacking talent Marcus Rashford and Ollie Watkins, alongside midfield experience from Jordan Henderson. Tuchel will look to this experienced group to secure a positive result in Zagreb.
Croatia
Croatia face England under manager Zlatko Daliฤ with key attacking threats in Andrej Kramariฤ and Ivan Periลกiฤ. Midfield orchestrator Luka Modriฤ remains central to their setup. The Balkan side seek to replicate their deep World Cup runs against formidable English opposition.
Head-to-head
England and Croatia have rarely played competitively; their most notable encounter was a 2018 World Cup semi-final.
Frequently asked questions
What time does England vs Croatia kick off?
England vs Croatia kicks off on Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 22:00 CEST, 21:00 BST, 16:00 ET.
What channel is England vs Croatia on?
In the UK, BBC or ITV. In the US, Fox Sports and Telemundo. In Belgium, RTBF and VRT (free). In France, TF1 or beIN Sports. Full per-country breakdown is in the 'Where to watch' section above.
Can I watch England vs Croatia for free?
Yes in several countries: BBC iPlayer and ITVX (UK), ARD and ZDF (Germany), RTVE (Spain), RTBF and VRT (Belgium), NOS (Netherlands), Rai Play (Italy). Outside those, the cheapest paid option is a premium IPTV subscription that carries every World Cup feed.
Where is England vs Croatia being played?
The match is part of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group Stage, hosted across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The specific venue is confirmed by FIFA closer to the date.
Is England vs Croatia on streaming?
Yes. Free streaming options exist in UK (BBC iPlayer, ITVX), Germany (ARD, ZDF), Spain (RTVE Play), Belgium (Auvio, VRT MAX). For full HD/4K coverage of every match from any country, a premium IPTV service is the most reliable option.
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