The England national football team take on the Croatia national football team in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group L curtain-raiser on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, where both sides compete in what promises to be a blockbuster. The nation’s football followers are already searching the airwaves for confirmation of what time England is playing today, ahead of the evening slot. In Thomas Tuchel’s first international tournament in charge, a talented Three Lions side, featuring clinical striker Harry Kane, is looking to grab all three points at the famous Dallas Stadium in Texas.
England, it’s time.
🎙️ @stormzy pic.twitter.com/jNROJIpRzP
— England (@England) June 17, 2026
FIFA World Cup 2026: What Time Is England Playing Today?
| Local Venue Time CDT | United States Feed EDT | British Summer Time BST | |
| Official Match Kickoff | 03:00 PM | 04:00 PM | 08:00 PM Wednesday |
| Stadium Gates Open | 12:00 PM | 01:00 PM | 05:00 PM Wednesday |
| Broadcast Pre-Match Show | 02:00 PM | 03:00 PM | 07:00 PM Wednesday |
Our @FIFAWorldCup journey starts here! 🦁 pic.twitter.com/PVXcHR9dGj
— England (@England) June 17, 2026
England vs Croatia: What Time Is The England Match Today On TV?
The official UK telecast maps are also remarkably straightforward for spectators wanting to follow this colossal clash from their sofas. In the UK, the sole linear broadcasters are ITV1, who are showing extended coverage starting from 7 pm BST before the scheduled kick-off time.
🎞️ Coming soon: @FIFAWorldCup blockbuster featuring @lukamodric10 and @HKane! #ENGCRO
🇭🇷🤝🏴 Looking forward to this Dallas showdown, @England! #WorldCup #Vatreni❤️🔥 pic.twitter.com/Gbz48EpB8X
— HNS (@HNS_CFF) June 17, 2026
This massive encounter is completely free to live stream to the keen football fan using their digital devices in all parts of the country, and viewers will have access to the live football match stream on ITVX. For those using the television and wishing to keep up on their television screen, the ITVX application is available for smart television systems or any mobile phone, where one can enjoy the perfect HD stream from Dallas.
FIFA World Cup 2026: Who Are England Playing Today? Predicted Lineups of England vs Croatia
A tough @FIFAWorldCup opener awaits: a strong #Croatia is ready to deliver. 💪 #ENGCRO
📸 Drago Sopta / HNS#WorldCup #Vatreni❤️🔥 pic.twitter.com/pn2h3Vjekq
— HNS (@HNS_CFF) June 17, 2026
England Predicted Playing 11
Jordan Pickford, Reece James, John Stones, Marc Guéhi, Dan Burn, Declan Rice, Kobbie Mainoo, Jude Bellingham, Bukayo Saka, Anthony Gordon, and Harry Kane.
Croatia Predicted Playing 11
Dominik Livakovic, Josip Stanisic, Marin Pongracic, Duje Caleta-Car, Josko Gvardiol, Luka Modric, Mateo Kovacic, Mario Pasalic, Andrej Kramaric, Ivan Perisic, Ante Budimir.
