England vs Croatia Stats, Match Statistics, xG & Player Data

GROUP L  ·  MATCH 22  ·  STATS

ENGLAND

FIFA #4

16:00

ET  ·  17 JUN 2026

Dallas Stadium
(Arlington)

CROATIA

FIFA #11

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The England vs Croatia stats hub tracks Group L Match 22 at Dallas Stadium, where the England national football team meet the Croatia national football team. England bring the higher FIFA ranking, stronger defensive record, and one of the best pre-match xG profiles in the tournament field. Croatia arrive with heavy shot volume, elite midfield experience, and enough possession quality to make this opener a tactical test.

The match kicks off at 16:00 ET on 17 June 2026, with local Dallas kickoff listed at 3:00 PM. It sits in the World Cup 2026 Group L schedule alongside Ghana and Panama. The game will be staged at Dallas Stadium, while the broader World Cup 2026 stats records tracker will connect the matchup to tournament-wide xG, shots, possession, and player data once official feeds open.

England vs Croatia Stats – Match Statistics Overview

England hold the stronger pre-match profile through defensive control and attacking quality. Their public team averages show 2.24 xG, 2.4 goals, 19.3 shots, and 71% possession. Croatia sit close in chance creation and shot volume, but England’s goals-conceded number creates the clearest gap.

Croatia are not a passive opponent. Their 2.02 xG and 17.9 shots per match show a side that can sustain pressure through midfield. England need to stop Modric and Kovacic from turning possession into rhythm because Croatia’s experience can slow the game on their terms.

England vs Croatia Stats Snapshot

The snapshot uses verified pre-match team averages before FIFA publishes official live-event data. The available set covers xG, goals, shots, possession, fouls, clean sheets, and goals conceded. Cards, corners, pass totals, saves, England shots on target, and detailed player event data remain yet to be confirmed.

Attacking Stats Comparison

England carry a narrow attacking edge in xG and a wider edge in finishing output. Their 2.24 xG and 2.4 goals per match point to a side creating enough quality around Harry Kane, Jude Bellingham, and Bukayo Saka. The shot volume also supports Tuchel’s ability to sustain pressure in the final third.

Croatia’s attacking data is strong for an underdog in the matchup. Their 2.02 xG and 17.9 shots per match are close to England’s numbers, so the gap is not about chance creation alone. Croatia need better conversion because their 11% shot-conversion rate trails England’s 12% and their defensive margin is thinner.

Defensive Stats Comparison

England’s defensive record is the strongest single number in this matchup. They concede 0.2 goals and 0.56 xG against per match, with an 80% clean-sheet rate. That profile backs up their ranking and gives them room to manage phases where Croatia have the ball.

Croatia defend well enough to compete, but the gap is visible. They concede 1.0 goal and 1.00 xG against per match, with a 40% clean-sheet rate. Against England’s shot volume, Croatia need compact distances between midfield and defence to stop Kane receiving clean service.

Passing and Possession Analysis

Both teams can control the ball, but England’s 71% possession average gives them the stronger pre-match control marker. Croatia’s 65% average still signals a side that can hold possession under pressure. This makes midfield tempo the most important part of the match.

Full passing data is not available from the official match feed yet. Pass totals, pass accuracy, key passes, long balls, and crossing accuracy stay yet to be confirmed. The strongest current read comes from possession, xG, shot volume, and defensive output.

Key Player Statistics

Player event data will update once FIFA opens the official match feed. England’s card lists Kane, Bellingham, and Saka because they shape the scoring, central running, and right-side chance creation. Croatia’s card lists Modric, Kovacic, and Kramaric because they define the control layer, press resistance, and finishing route.

England – Harry Kane

Harry Kane remains England’s clearest scoring reference. He can drop into midfield to connect play, then arrive in the box for crosses and cutbacks. Against Croatia, his movement may decide whether England’s shot volume turns into high-value chances.

Croatia – Luka Modric

Luka Modric still gives Croatia their main rhythm source. He can slow England’s press, switch play, and protect Croatia from long defensive spells. England need pressure around him because free midfield time would reduce their statistical edge.

Expected Goals Analysis

The xG comparison gives England a 2.24 to 2.02 lead. That margin is small, but England also allow far less xG against. The combined profile points toward England having the cleaner two-way balance before kickoff.

Croatia’s route depends on matching England’s chance quality. Their shot volume is strong enough to make the game competitive, but England’s 0.56 xG against number sets a high bar. If Croatia force England’s midfield backward, the xG gap could shrink quickly.

Frequently Asked Questions

The England vs Croatia stats profile starts with verified pre-match averages and will move to official live data once FIFA opens the match feed.

England carry the stronger defensive, xG, ranking, and goals-conceded profile.

Croatia still bring enough possession, shot volume, and midfield control to make Group L’s opener a serious test.