Croatia and England will renew their international rivalry on Saturday, October 3, 2026, when the two European powers meet in Matchday 3 of the 2026-27 UEFA Nations League.
The League A Group 3 matchup will take place at Stadion HNK Rijeka in Rijeka, Croatia, with kickoff scheduled for 12:00 p.m. ET (6:00 p.m. local time).
Croatia vs. England Match Details
Match: Croatia vs. England
Competition: 2026-27 UEFA Nations League
League/Group: League A, Group 3
Matchday: 3
Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026
Kickoff: 12:00 p.m. ET / 5:00 p.m. BST / 6:00 p.m. local time
Venue: Stadion HNK Rijeka
Location: Rijeka, Croatia
U.S. streaming: ViX
Where to Watch Croatia vs. England in the United States
Soccer fans in the United States can watch Croatia vs. England on ViX. The match is scheduled to begin at 12:00 p.m. ET, making it an afternoon UEFA Nations League matchup for American viewers.
Streaming availability can vary by subscription package and location, so viewers should check their provider before kickoff.
Croatia vs. England Venue
The match will be played at Stadion HNK Rijeka in Rijeka, Croatia.
The stadium has a listed capacity of approximately 8,279 spectators and features a natural grass playing surface.
Conditions are expected to be favorable for the match, with sunny weather and temperatures around 70ยฐF in the forecast.
Croatia and England Meet in League A Group 3
Croatia and England are competing in League A Group 3 during the 2026-27 UEFA Nations League campaign.
The matchup represents Round 3 of the competition and could play an important role in determining positioning in the group as both national teams pursue advancement.
With the Nations League’s home-and-away group format, every point becomes increasingly important as the competition progresses.
Croatia vs. England Recent Form
Croatia enters the matchup having experienced a mixture of results in recent international competition. Recent matches include victories over the Czech Republic, Ghana and Panama, along with defeats against Portugal and England.
England has also produced mixed results, including high-scoring matches and victories against France, Norway and Mexico, while suffering defeats against Spain and Argentina.
Those recent results set the stage for another competitive meeting between two national teams with considerable experience in major international tournaments.
What Time Is Croatia vs. England?
Croatia vs. England kicks off at 12:00 p.m. Eastern Time on Saturday, October 3, 2026.
Here are the kickoff times across several major U.S. time zones:
- Eastern Time: 12:00 p.m.
- Central Time: 11:00 a.m.
- Mountain Time: 10:00 a.m.
- Pacific Time: 9:00 a.m.
Croatia vs. England: How to Watch
The Croatia vs. England UEFA Nations League match takes place Saturday, October 3, at Stadion HNK Rijeka.
Kickoff is scheduled for 12:00 p.m. ET, with ViX listed as a viewing option in the United States.
With valuable Nations League points available in League A Group 3, Croatia and England will be looking to strengthen their position as the 2026-27 competition continues.