Football fans across the globe are set for another exciting clash in the UEFA Nations League 2026-27 as England takes on hosts Croatia.
The two European heavyweights will meet in their third League A, Group A3 fixture today, Saturday, October 3, 2026, at the Stadion HNK Rijeka in Rijeka, Croatia.
This match holds significant importance for both nations as they look to assert their dominance in a challenging group that also includes Spain and Czechia. Currently, both Croatia and England sit on three points, having secured one win and one loss each in their opening two fixtures.
When is Croatia vs England, UEFA Nations League 2026-27 Match?
The Croatia vs England UEFA Nations League 2026-27 match is scheduled for Saturday, October 3, 2026. The game will kick off at 9:30 PM Indian Standard Time (BST).
Where To Watch Croatia vs England, UEFA Nations League 2026-27 Match?
- United Kingdom: Fans in the UK can watch the match live on ITV1 and STV.
- United Kingdom: The match will be streamed live on ITVX and STV Player.
- India: The match will be telecast live on Sony Sports Network and streamed on SonyLIV.
England started their campaign with a 3-2 defeat to reigning European and World champions Spain but rebounded strongly with a 2-0 victory over Czech Republic. Meanwhile, Croatia began with a 2-1 win against Czech Republic before suffering a 4-1 loss at the hands of Spain. The historic rivalry between these two sides will be reignited, with England having won their last three encounters since Croatia’s triumph in the 2018 World Cup semi-final.
Notably, this fixture will be played behind closed doors, meaning no public tickets are available, a result of a UEFA sanction imposed on Croatia due to crowd disturbances in March 2025.
As the UEFA Nations League group stage heats up, this encounter promises to be a gripping contest as both Croatia and England vie for a crucial three points in their quest for progression in League A.