England vs. Croatia: Kickoff Time, Live Stream and TV Info for 2026 World Cup Match

England Faces Croatia in 2026 World Cup Clash

The England national team aims to push forward in the 2026 World Cup, but their first hurdle is a strong Croatia squad eager to make history. The match will take place at AT&T Stadium in Texas, marking a key moment in this international tournament.

The two teams last met in 2021 during UEFA European Championship qualifiers, where England secured a narrow 1-0 victory.

Match Date and Kickoff Times

The game kicks off on Wednesday, June 17, at 3 p.m. Central Time. Here are the corresponding kickoff times across the United States:

Where to Watch England vs. Croatia

In the United States, this World Cup matchup will be broadcast on Fox. Fans can also stream it live via fubo, Fox One, or through the Fox Sports app and website. New users of fubo can take advantage of a free trial to watch the game without cable.

Fubo offers access to ESPN, ABC, CBS, Fox, and over 100 channels covering live sports and TV content, making it a good choice for World Cup viewers.

Other World Cup Matches Around This Time

Several other matches happen on June 17, all times Eastern:

• Austria vs. Jordan – 12 a.m.
• Portugal vs. DR Congo – 1 p.m.
• England vs. Croatia – 4 p.m.
• Ghana vs. Panama – 7 p.m.
• Uzbekistan vs. Colombia – 10 p.m.

World Cup 2026 Overview

The 2026 FIFA World Cup runs from June 11 to July 19, hosted across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. It’s the first tournament held in three countries with 48 teams competing, up from 32 in previous editions.

Matches are spread among 16 host cities including major U.S. locations like Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, and Los Angeles, alongside Canadian cities Toronto and Vancouver, plus Mexican cities Guadalajara, Mexico City, and Monterrey.

This edition features 104 games in total, including group stages and knockout rounds. Streaming options vary by region and language; in the U.S., English-language coverage will be available on FOX and FS1, accessible via services like fubo. Spanish-language broadcasts will air on Telemundo and Universo, streaming through Peacock and DIRECTV.

Looking Ahead

The tournament final is set for Sunday, July 19, 2026, at MetLife Stadium, known as New York-New Jersey Stadium for the event.

The United States automatically qualified as a host nation along with Canada and Mexico, aiming to make an impact on home soil.