Croatia and England are set to face each other today, October 3, 2026, in a UEFA Nations League match at Stadion HNK Rijeka. Both teams have accumulated three points in Group A3, each securing a win against Czechia and suffering a defeat to Spain. (sportsmole.co.uk)
The match will be played behind closed doors due to UEFA sanctions imposed on Croatia following incidents involving fans during their 2025 quarter-final clash with France. Despite the stadium closure, a limited number of spectators, including around 5,000 children and a small contingent of England supporters, have been permitted to attend. (athlonsports.com)
England enters the match on a strong run, having secured a 2-0 victory over Czechia in their previous Nations League fixture. Harry Kane and Anthony Gordon have been instrumental, each scoring in both of England's games so far. (uefa.com)
Croatia, under the leadership of returning manager Slaven Bilic, aims to bounce back after a heavy 4-1 defeat to Spain. The team will rely on experienced players like Luka Modric to guide them through this challenging fixture. (sportsmole.co.uk)
The match is scheduled to kick off at 6:00 PM local time (4:00 PM UTC). In the United Kingdom, the game will be broadcast live on ITV1, with streaming available via ITVX. Viewers in Scotland can watch on STV and the STV Player. (goal.com)
As the match approaches, fans are eager to see if England can continue their winning streak or if Croatia will capitalize on their home advantage, albeit with a limited crowd, to secure a crucial victory in the group stage.