Croatia World Cup 2026 Squad: Starting 11, Fixtures & Live Updates
Croatia compete in Group L at World Cup 2026, facing England, Panama, Ghana and Portugal across Dallas, United States, Toronto, Canada and Philadelphia, United States.
Croatia World Cup 2026 Match Centre
Live status, the latest result and the next fixture are kept together for a quick matchday check.
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PortugalPTFull Time - Winner: Portugal
Toronto Stadium, TorontoOpen match reportLast checked: September 12, 2026 9:56 PM. Match status can refresh from the connected live feed near kickoff.
Croatia World Cup 2026 Final Route
This block follows Croatia through the title match with the latest knockout result, next confirmed final, TV guide and match centre links.
Last updated: September 12, 2026 9:56 PMCroatia vs Portugal
- Stage
- Round of 32
- Status
- Full Time
- Result / Time
- 2 - 1 - Portugal
- Venue
- Toronto Stadium, Toronto
Croatia vs Portugal
- Stage
- Round of 32
- Status
- Full Time
- Result / Time
- 2 - 1 - Portugal
- Venue
- Toronto Stadium, Toronto
Croatia TV guide
Check the country guide before kickoff for TV channels, live stream notes and local match listings.
Open TV guideCroatia Lineup and Match Events
Auto checked: September 12, 2026 9:56 PMCroatia (4-2-3-1)
- 1Dominik Livakovic
- 2Josip Stanisic
- 3Marin Pongracic
- 6Josip Sutalo
- 8Mateo Kovacic
- 10Luka Modric
- 13Nikola Vlasic
- 16Martin Baturina
- 17Petar Sucic
- 11Ante Budimir
- 14Ivan Perisic
Croatia vs Portugal Updates
- Full TimeMatch end
The final whistle sounds.
- Full TimeEnd Time
The referee brings the second period to an end.
- VARVAR
Goal disallowed
- AttemptOffside
Mario PASALIC (Croatia) is ruled offside.
- AttemptAttempt at Goal
FRANCISCO CONCEICAO (Portugal) attempts an effort on goal.
Croatia World Cup 2026 Group Standings and Opponents
Croatia play in Group L with England, Ghana and Panama. The top two teams in each group advance automatically, and the eight best third-place teams also reach the Round of 32.
The standings table updates from completed World Cup results. Use it beside the remaining fixtures, venues and squad information.
Other Group L matches not involving Croatia: Ghana vs Panama on Jun 17, 2026, England vs Ghana on Jun 23, 2026 and Panama vs England on Jun 27, 2026.
Countries with multiple time zones use a default city/time zone. Use the timezone dropdown for exact selection.
Croatia World Cup 2026 Fixtures, Dates and Venues
Croatia have 4 group fixtures listed, moving through Dallas, Toronto and Philadelphia against England, Panama, Ghana and Portugal.
EnglandGB-ENGCroatiaHR- Status
- Full Time - Winner: England
- Date
- Wed, Jun 17, 2026
- Time
- Final score: 4 - 2
- Venue
- Dallas Stadium, Dallas
- Venue role
- 9 tournament matches
PanamaPACroatiaHR- Status
- Full Time - Winner: Croatia
- Date
- Tue, Jun 23, 2026
- Time
- Final score: 0 - 1
- Venue
- Toronto Stadium, Toronto
- Venue role
- 6 tournament matches
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GhanaGH- Status
- Full Time - Winner: Croatia
- Date
- Sat, Jun 27, 2026
- Time
- Final score: 2 - 1
- Venue
- Philadelphia Stadium, Philadelphia
- Venue role
- 6 tournament matches
PortugalPTCroatiaHR- Status
- Full Time - Winner: Portugal
- Date
- Thu, Jul 2, 2026
- Time
- Final score: 2 - 1
- Venue
- Toronto Stadium, Toronto
- Venue role
- 6 tournament matches
Kickoff times can be converted with the timezone selector. TV channel picks are kept in the TV guide because broadcasters can adjust match listings close to kickoff.
Croatia World Cup 2026 Performance
The team finished inside the group top two.
These figures use completed World Cup matches only. Live scores do not enter the group record until the result is final.
Croatia World Cup 2026 Players to Watch
The watch list starts with Luka Modric, Ivan Perisic and Andrej Kramaric, then connects each player with the squad and fixtures.
Luka Modric
Luka Modric is listed as a midfielder for Croatia in FIFA's World Cup 2026 squad announcement.
Ivan Perisic
Ivan Perisic is part of the forward group for Croatia, with profile links kept to verified squad context.
Andrej Kramaric
Andrej Kramaric is listed as a forward for Croatia in FIFA's World Cup 2026 squad announcement.
Mateo Kovacic
Mateo Kovacic is part of the midfielder group for Croatia, with profile links kept to verified squad context.
Mario Pasalic
Mario Pasalic is listed as a midfielder for Croatia in FIFA's World Cup 2026 squad announcement.
Croatia Latest News
Recent Croatia updates cover squad news, fixtures and availability before kickoff.
Croatia squad update
Final World Cup 2026 squad confirmation is still pending, so early player names are not treated as the official roster.
Croatia group stage fixtures
Opening match: Croatia vs England on Jun 17, 2026 at Dallas Stadium.
Croatia injury and availability notes
Injury issue, return date and match status stay blank until verified team news is available.
Croatia group stage
Croatia are in Group L with England, Panama, Ghana and Portugal.
Croatia World Cup 2026 Injury and Availability
Croatia injury and availability notes use the same verified tracker as the full injury page, with 1 connected update currently shown.
Latest checked: Jul 25, 2026
Serious and match-risk cases stay separated.
Short-term notes are shown only when verified.
| Player | Position | Injury / issue | Return date | Match status | Latest note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luka Modric | Midfielder | Fitness Check | TBC | Doubtful | Elegant playmaking, extraordinary vision and a career built on determination and class have firmly cemented Luka Modric’s reputation in modern... |
Croatia World Cup 2026 Squad List and Players
For Croatia, FIFA's squad announcement sets the starting point, with injury and registration updates still worth tracking. Names to watch include Luka Modric, Ivan Perisic and Andrej Kramaric.
Squad information is based on official FIFA squad announcements and updated on 2 June 2026.
Goalkeepers
Defenders
Midfielders
Forwards
Squad information was updated on 8 June 2026.
Croatia World Cup 2026 Squad Depth by Position
The position map groups FIFA-listed players by goalkeeper, defence, midfield and attack.
Croatia role map
Each name stays inside its FIFA-listed role group.
Croatia list 26 players across four position groups.
3 goalkeepers, 7 defenders, 10 midfielders and 6 attackers are listed.
- GoalkeeperDominik Livakovic
- DefenceJosko Gvardiol, Duje Caleta-Car, Josip Sutalo and Josip Stanisic
- MidfieldLuka Modric, Mateo Kovacic and Mario Pasalic
- AttackIvan Perisic, Andrej Kramaric and Ante Budimir
Croatia World Cup 2026 Form and Qualifying Results
Croatia's last five completed internationals include L 1-3 vs Brazil, W 2-1 vs Colombia and W 3-2 vs Montenegro. Croatia have 4 wins, 0 draws and 1 loss across their last 5 completed matches. Form helps, but friendlies, qualifiers and tournament matches are not the same test.
Recent form source: historical international results. Results are used as a form reference and may differ from federation-specific archives.
Croatia World Cup 2026 Squad, Fixtures and Group
Croatia start World Cup 2026 in Group L against England, Panama, Ghana and Portugal. Zlatko Dalic leads the squad planning for these fixtures. FIFA history records list 6 previous World Cup appearances before 2026. They are #11 in the FIFA Men's World Ranking, close enough to be judged against the stronger teams in the field.
By position, there are 7 defenders, 10 midfielders and 6 attackers, so midfield options is the first area to compare. Key names include Luka Modric, Ivan Perisic and Andrej Kramaric. It helps to read the list by line: defensive cover, midfield options and attacking depth.
Croatia open against England on Jun 17, 2026 at Dallas Stadium in Dallas. The trip through Dallas, Toronto and Philadelphia makes travel and recovery part of preparation. The 26-player list is the squad base, with injuries, registration changes and matchday availability still worth checking. The team selection is fully locked and confirmed for the tournament fixtures.
Croatia World Cup 2026 Team Profile
Group L puts Croatia against England, Panama, Ghana and Portugal, while Dallas, Toronto and Philadelphia gives the travel map for the group stage.
Croatia World Cup 2026 Opponent Analysis
Croatia face England, Panama, Ghana and Portugal in Group L. By FIFA ranking, England look like the toughest test, but a three-match group still rewards consistency against every side.
England
England are the opening group opponent for Croatia, with the match set for Jun 17, 2026 at Dallas Stadium in Dallas. FIFA rank #4 is a useful marker, but the match will still come down to availability, tempo and set-piece control.
Panama
Panama are the second group opponent for Croatia, with the match set for Jun 23, 2026 at Toronto Stadium in Toronto. FIFA rank #33 is a useful marker, but the match will still come down to availability, tempo and set-piece control.
Ghana
Ghana are the third group opponent for Croatia, with the match set for Jun 27, 2026 at Philadelphia Stadium in Philadelphia. FIFA rank #74 is a useful marker, but the match will still come down to availability, tempo and set-piece control.
Portugal
Portugal are the third group opponent for Croatia, with the match set for Jul 2, 2026 at Toronto Stadium in Toronto. FIFA rank #5 is a useful marker, but the match will still come down to availability, tempo and set-piece control.
Head-to-head records will be added only when a reliable matchup source is available.
Croatia World Cup 2026 Venues and Host Cities
Venue details turn the fixture list into a practical travel plan: stadium, city, match number, date and opponent for each Croatia stop.
Dallas Stadium
Croatia play England at Dallas Stadium in Dallas. Dallas is one of the tournament workhorses, with a large stadium and several major fixtures.
- Team match
- Match 22 vs England
- Date
- Jun 17, 2026
- Tournament role
- 9 tournament matches
- Stages
- Group Stage, Round of 32, Round of 16 and Semi-final
- Location
- Dallas, USA
Toronto Stadium
Croatia play Panama and Portugal at Toronto Stadium in Toronto. Toronto opens Canada's World Cup schedule and brings a downtown host-city feel.
- Team match
- Match 46 vs Panama and Match 83 vs Portugal
- Date
- Jun 23, 2026
Jul 2, 2026 - Tournament role
- 6 tournament matches
- Stages
- Group Stage and Round of 32
- Location
- Toronto, Canada
Philadelphia Stadium
Croatia play Ghana at Philadelphia Stadium in Philadelphia. Philadelphia adds a central East Coast stop with several important group matches.
- Team match
- Match 68 vs Ghana
- Date
- Jun 27, 2026
- Tournament role
- 6 tournament matches
- Stages
- Group Stage and Round of 16
- Location
- Philadelphia, USA
Croatia World Cup 2026 Qualification Path and Knockout Picture
Croatia are in the confirmed 48-team World Cup 2026 field. Detailed qualification notes will be added once a reliable source is available.
The team finished inside the group top two.
- Group position
- #2
- Played
- 3
- Points
- 6
- Goal difference
- 0
Next fixture: No remaining group fixture. Last checked: September 12, 2026 at 9:56 PM UTC.
Croatia World Cup History and FIFA World Cup 2026 Status
Ranking, history and 2026 status give the baseline before form, squad depth or knockout-path notes.
#11 - No change from previous update
Ranking update: Apr 1, 2026. Points: 1,717.07.
6 previous World Cup appearances
Appearance counts refer to FIFA World Cup final tournaments before 2026.
Qualified team in the 48 team field
Croatia are listed in Group L for the 2026 tournament.
Group L
Three first-stage matches decide who reaches the Round of 32.
Verification needed
Best-finish and tournament record details are added only after a reliable source is available.
Sources: FIFA Men's World Ranking and FIFA team profile/history records.
Match Times in Your Timezone
Set your timezone before checking Croatia fixtures, TV notes or ticket planning details.
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Croatia World Cup 2026 TV Guide and Live Stream Info
Start with the regional TV notes, then match Croatia's kickoff times to broadcaster listings near matchday.
FOX Sports / FS1
FOX Sports holds United States English-language rights. Final listings decide FOX or FS1 placement.
Telemundo / Peacock
Spanish-language coverage in the United States is carried by Telemundo platforms. Streaming availability and match allocation can vary by package.
CTV / TSN / RDS
TSN and CTV serve English viewers in Canada. RDS serves French-language coverage.
BBC / ITV
BBC and ITV share UK World Cup rights. Final schedules decide each match channel.
FIFA match centre / FIFA+
Official FIFA channels carry fixtures, highlights, replays and match information. Live streaming availability depends on your territory.
Croatia match TV checklist
Broadcast sources: FIFA UK media-rights announcement; FIFA US/Canada rights announcement via MLSsoccer. Final local listings decide each channel.
Croatia World Cup 2026 Knockout Path
For Croatia, the path is simple at this stage: qualify from Group L, then wait for the final group position to set the bracket.
Croatia vs Portugal
Confirmed by FIFA: Jul 2, 2026 at 7:00 PM EDT. Open match centre
Follow the live path
Confirmed teams and results appear on the knockout bracket as FIFA updates each official match slot.
July 19, 2026
The final closes the expanded 48 team tournament format.
Croatia World Cup 2026 Tickets and Matchday Information
Before making plans for Croatia, match the ticket search to the fixture, host city and kickoff time. FIFA.com/tickets is the official starting point.
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Start at FIFA.com/tickets
Check the official FIFA ticket portal first. The Last-Minute Sales Phase and official resale/exchange access are handled there, with tickets released subject to availability.
- 2
Use official resale only
If a match is sold out, look for the FIFA Resale/Exchange Marketplace through the same portal. Avoid social media sellers and unofficial resale links.
- 3
Match your ticket to the fixture
Confirm the match number, opponent, host city, venue and kickoff time before buying. Knockout fixtures can depend on final group position.
- 4
Check travel and entry rules
A match ticket does not replace passport, visa or border-entry requirements for Canada, Mexico or the United States.
World Cup 2026 ticket price guide
| Ticket option | Price / status | What it means | Buyer note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard match tickets | Live price in FIFA portal | Sold by match, seat category and availability. | Check the current price at checkout before making travel plans. |
| Supporter Entry Tier | USD 60 | FIFA announced this tier for fans of qualified teams, subject to allocation rules and availability. | This is not the same as every public ticket category. |
| Official resale / exchange | Listing price varies | Available only when sellers list tickets through FIFA's official resale/exchange system. | Avoid unofficial resale links, social media sellers and screenshots. |
| Hospitality packages | Package pricing varies | Premium matchday access, seating and inclusions are sold separately from standard tickets. | Compare package terms, venue access and included services carefully. |
What to check before paying
- Match number and opponent
- Seat category and exact currency
- Service fees, taxes or delivery rules shown at checkout
- Refund, transfer and resale terms
- Travel cost to the host city and stadium
- Whether the match is group stage or knockout/TBD
Croatia ticket match checklist
- Date
- Wed, Jun 17, 2026
- Kickoff
- 8:00 PM UTC
- Venue
- Dallas Stadium, Dallas
- Price status
- Current price shown in FIFA portal
- Date
- Tue, Jun 23, 2026
- Kickoff
- 11:00 PM UTC
- Venue
- Toronto Stadium, Toronto
- Price status
- Current price shown in FIFA portal
- Date
- Sat, Jun 27, 2026
- Kickoff
- 9:00 PM UTC
- Venue
- Philadelphia Stadium, Philadelphia
- Price status
- Current price shown in FIFA portal
- Date
- Thu, Jul 2, 2026
- Kickoff
- 11:00 PM UTC
- Venue
- Toronto Stadium, Toronto
- Price status
- Current price shown in FIFA portal
Before you buy or travel
- Ticket availability is not guaranteed. Prices, categories, seat maps and purchase limits are shown inside the official FIFA portal.
- Follow FIFA mobile-ticket instructions when they are issued for your order, including transfer rules for guests.
- Check stadium bag policy, gate opening times, transport options and local weather close to matchday.
- For premium matchday access, use FIFA hospitality channels rather than third-party offers.
Official ticket source: FIFA.com/tickets. Keep the buying checklist beside the fixture details, then use the official portal when you are ready to check live availability and prices.
Croatia World Cup 2026 Betting Odds Status
Croatia betting prices are omitted until sourced markets are available; fixtures, squad status and group standings remain the main checks.
Not listed yet
Group odds will depend on confirmed squads, form and bookmaker markets.
Awaiting reliable source
Qualify-from-group prices will be shown only after a reliable market source is available.
18+ only
Odds content is informational and should be used responsibly where betting is legal.
Croatia World Cup 2026 FAQ
Short answers for squad status, fixtures, group opponents, venues, availability, tickets and TV planning.
What group are Croatia in at World Cup 2026?
Croatia are in Group L with England, Panama, Ghana and Portugal. The group table and standings are updated live after each official match result.
Who are Croatia's World Cup 2026 opponents?
Croatia face England, Panama, Ghana and Portugal in the group stage, with each match tied to its date, city, venue and opponent profile.
Where can I see Croatia kickoff times?
Fixture cards and the schedule table show each kickoff. The timezone selector converts every listed time into your chosen country or exact timezone.
Has Croatia announced a World Cup 2026 squad?
Yes. The official Croatia 26-player squad is fully confirmed for the tournament, with the list updated on 8 June 2026 to reflect the latest squad data.
Where does the Croatia squad information come from?
Squad information comes directly from official team registration records and was updated on 8 June 2026 during the tournament.
Which Croatia players are highlighted?
Highlighted players come from the current squad list. Their profiles show verified roles, caps and goals.
What does the Croatia position map show?
The position map groups selected players by goalkeeper, defence, midfield and attack. It does not predict a lineup.
Does this list Croatia injuries and match availability?
Yes. Availability notes cover injury issue, return date and match status when verified news exists. Blank fields mean no reliable update has been added.
Which venues host Croatia in the group stage?
Croatia are scheduled at Dallas Stadium, Toronto Stadium and Philadelphia Stadium, with city and stadium details beside each match.
Where are more Croatia tournament details?
The group table, schedule, stadium, ticket and TV sections contain related tournament details.
Croatia World Cup 2026 Update Notes
Checked on September 12, 2026 9:56 PM. Squad status, fixture details, kickoff times and completed match results are reviewed separately during the tournament.