England vs Croatia Preview, prediction, injury news & lineups | UEFA Nations League 2026-27
The Englishmen came out on top with a 7-0 victory in their previous clash against Vatreni!
The England national football team are going to have a face-off against the Croatia national football team for their fifth group stage outing of the UEFA Nations League 2026-27 campaign. This will be an entertaining contest to watch. The match is scheduled to take place at Wembley Stadium.
England lost their opening game of the European competition against the World Champions, Spain, but then made a strong comeback to secure back-to-back wins in their next three matches. The Three Lions have only conceded three goals in their ongoing campaign, and that too against La Roja. They secured dominant wins against Croatia and Czechia.
The Thomas Tuchel-led side will be looking to top their group, but it is not going to be an easy task for them. For their upcoming contest, the Englishmen at home will have an advantage.
On the other hand, Croatia have suffered three back-to-back defeats after securing a win against Czechia in their opening UEFA Nations League 2026-27 fixture. They have only managed to score two, but have conceded 13 goals in the process. The current run of form is set to make things even more complicated for the Vatreni.
Being away from home is going to be a massive disadvantage for Slaven Bilić’s men. A calmer and more composed approach will surely help them out against the Three Lions.
Kick-off:
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- Location: London, England
- Stadium: Wembley Stadium
- Date: Friday, November 13
- Kick-off Time: 01:15 AM IST (Thursday, Nov 12; 07:45 pm GMT/ 03:45 pm ET/ 12:45 pm PT)
- Referee: TBA
- VAR: In use
Form:
England: W-L-W-W-W
Croatia: L-W-L-L-L
Players to Watch
Harry Kane (England)
Currently, Harry Kane is the top goal scorer in the UEFA Nations League with six goals in just four games for the England national football team. He will once again have a crucial role to play in the attacking front for his side. Despite being a striker, the 33-year-old is also capable of helping his side control the midfield.
Luka Modric (Croatia)
The most experienced player for Croatia has once again received a call-up to represent his country in the UEFA Nations League. In 206 caps for his side, Luka Modric has scored 30 goals. He has also been a strong anchor for the squad for quite a while now.
The former Real Madrid player’s presence in the midfield is going to be important for the visitors against the Three Lions.
Match Facts
- England have secured back-to-back wins in their last three matches.
- Croatia have suffered four defeats in their last five attempts.
- The Three Lions are unbeaten in their last five outings against the Vatreni.
Betting Tips & Odds
- England to win @2/7 Coral
- Harry Kane to score @4/7 Ladbrokes
- Goals over 3.5 @17/14 IvyBet
Injury and Team News
Marc Guehi has pulled out of the England squad due to a muscle injury. James Hill has been added to the squad. Ezri Konsa will sit out against the Vatreni due to his fitness issues.
Croatia might miss out on the services of Kristijan Jakic and Josip Sutalo because of a lack of fitness.
Head-to-Head
Matches played: 13
England (wins): 8
Croatia (wins): 3
Draws: 2
Predicted Lineups
England predicted XI (4-3-3)
Pickford (GK); Trent, Quansah, Hill, Spence; Anderson, Jude Bellingham, Rice; Ngumoha, Kane, Gordon
Croatia predicted XI (4-5-1)
Livakovic (GK); Stanisic, Caleta-Car, Vuskovic, Gvardiol; Vlasic, Modric, Jakic, Kovacic, Perisic; Matanovic
Match Prediction
With a positive run of form and the home ground advantage, England will have a slight edge over their opponents. Croatia must do a lot of hard work, but might struggle out there.
The Three Lions are likely to come out on top and secure a win against the Vatreni.
Prediction: England 3-1 Croatia
Telecast Details
India: Sony Sports Network, SonyLIV
UK: ITV1
Croatia: gol
USA: FOX Sports, FuboTV, ViX
When and where is the England vs Croatia Nations League match?
Wembley Stadium is going to witness this clash on November 12.
Where and how to watch Nations League live streaming in India?
One can use the services of SonyLIV.
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