How to Watch England vs Croatia: TV channel, live stream and kick-off time
(Dallas)
The England vs Croatia live stream starts Group L with one of the strongest early fixtures at the FIFA World Cup 2026. FIFA lists the match for Dallas Stadium on Wednesday, 17 June 2026 at 20:00 UTC. That means 16:00 ET, 15:00 in Dallas, 21:00 in the United Kingdom, and 22:00 in Croatia.
Last reviewed: June 14, 2026. Broadcast allocations can move near kickoff, so confirm your local provider on matchday.
How can you watch England vs Croatia live?
England vs Croatia kicks off on June 17, 2026 at Dallas Stadium. Use official TV channels and verified streaming apps in your country. The most important early checks are ITV in the United Kingdom, HRT in Croatia, and FOX or Telemundo in the United States.
This guide uses confirmed tournament broadcast routes and published FWCTimes watch resources. England fans can also follow the England World Cup watch guide. Croatia fans can use the Croatia World Cup watch guide for team-specific listings.
How to Watch England vs Croatia Live Stream in the UK
UK viewers should check ITV for England vs Croatia. Current UK TV listings place the match on ITV1, ITVX, STV, and STV Player. Kickoff is 21:00 BST on Wednesday, 17 June.
BBC shares the wider World Cup package, but this fixture is listed with ITV. Open ITVX before coverage begins and confirm your account access. Viewers in Scotland should also check STV Player.
How to Watch in Croatia
Croatia viewers should check HRT, HTV 2, and HRTi for England vs Croatia. Croatian broadcast references list HRT as the free-to-air World Cup route. The match starts at 22:00 CEST on Wednesday night.
HRTi is the key streaming platform for Croatian-language coverage. Test the login before kickoff if you plan to watch on mobile, web, or connected TV. Matchday listings can still decide the exact TV slot and pre-match show timing.
How to Watch England vs Croatia Live Stream in the USA
United States viewers can watch England vs Croatia through FOX coverage in English. The match sits in the 4:00 p.m. ET window on Wednesday. FOX One and FOXSports.com are the main English streaming routes.
Spanish-language coverage runs through Telemundo, Universo, and Peacock. Peacock carries the Spanish streaming package for all 104 matches. Sign in before kickoff because provider-login issues can block streams during pre-match coverage.
How to Watch in Canada
Canada viewers should check CTV, TSN, and RDS. Bell Media carries World Cup coverage in Canada. Toronto kickoff is 16:00 ET on Wednesday, 17 June.
TSN+ and CTV apps are the main digital routes where available. RDS covers French-language viewers. Confirm the final channel close to kickoff because group-stage games can move across the Bell Media package.
How to Watch in Australia
Australia viewers can watch World Cup matches through SBS and SBS On Demand. SBS holds free Australian coverage for the tournament. England vs Croatia starts at 06:00 AEST on Thursday, 18 June.
SBS On Demand is the simplest streaming route for mobile, web, and connected TV viewing. Sign in before the morning kickoff if your device has not used the app recently. Match replays and highlights may follow through the same platform.
Full International Broadcaster Table
The table lists the most useful official routes for England vs Croatia. Use the local broadcaster schedule before kickoff because tournament sublicensing can affect channel placement.
| Country or Region | TV Channel | Live Stream | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | ITV1 / STV | ITVX / STV Player | Free |
| Croatia | HTV 2 / HRT | HRTi | Free |
| United States | FOX / FS1 / Telemundo / Universo | FOX One / FOXSports.com / Peacock | Paid or TV login |
| Canada | CTV / TSN / RDS | TSN+ / CTV apps / RDS | Paid |
| Australia | SBS / SBS Viceland | SBS On Demand | Free |
| Germany | ARD / ZDF / MagentaTV | ARD Mediathek / ZDF / MagentaTV | Mixed |
| New Zealand | TVNZ | TVNZ+ | Free |
| Sub-Saharan Africa | New World TV / SuperSport | DStv Stream / local apps | Varies by country |
Official Streaming Apps
England vs Croatia streaming depends on location. ITVX is the key UK route when ITV carries the match. HRTi is the key Croatian route for local-language coverage.
US viewers should choose FOX One, FOXSports.com, the FOX Sports App, Peacock, or a live TV streaming service carrying the right channel. Canadian viewers should prepare TSN+, CTV apps, or RDS platforms. Australian viewers can use SBS On Demand.
England vs Croatia Kickoff Times Worldwide
FIFA lists England vs Croatia for 20:00 UTC on Wednesday, 17 June 2026. The match is afternoon in North America and evening across the United Kingdom and Croatia.
| Location | Local Time | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Dallas | 15:00 CDT | Wednesday, 17 June |
| New York | 16:00 ET | Wednesday, 17 June |
| London | 21:00 BST | Wednesday, 17 June |
| Zagreb | 22:00 CEST | Wednesday, 17 June |
| Toronto | 16:00 ET | Wednesday, 17 June |
| Los Angeles | 13:00 PT | Wednesday, 17 June |
| Sydney | 06:00 AEST | Thursday, 18 June |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does England vs Croatia kick off?
England vs Croatia kicks off at 16:00 ET on Wednesday, 17 June 2026. The local stadium time in Dallas is 15:00 CDT.
Where can I watch England vs Croatia in the UK?
UK viewers should check ITV1, STV, ITVX, and STV Player. Published UK listings place England vs Croatia with ITV.
Where can I watch England vs Croatia in Croatia?
Croatia viewers should check HTV 2, HRT, and HRTi. Croatian-language coverage is expected through HRT’s World Cup package.
Can I watch England vs Croatia on Peacock?
Yes. Peacock carries Telemundo’s Spanish-language World Cup coverage in the United States. English coverage runs through FOX, FS1, FOX One, and FOXSports.com.
Which stadium hosts England vs Croatia?
FIFA lists England vs Croatia at Dallas Stadium. Local venue listings identify the match at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.
Final Word
England vs Croatia should be watched through official local broadcasters because rights differ by country. ITV is the key UK route, HRT is the key Croatia route, and FOX or Telemundo cover the United States. Confirm the final channel during matchweek and sign in early if your stream needs an account.
