🇭🇷 FIFA World Cup 2026 · UEFA

Croatia at World Cup 2026

Croatia, runners-up in 2018, continue to punch above their weight at the World Cup. The Vatreni have an outstanding record in the tournament and their midfield quality and team cohesion make them perennial knockout-stage contenders.

Group JFIFA #11UEFA

Group L Standing

#TeamPGDW-D-LPts
1🇭🇷 Croatia000-0-00
Full Group L standings →

🇭🇷 Croatia — Route to the Final

Pre-tournament view · updated live once Croatia kick off on 11 June 2026

1

Group Stage

3 group matches

2

Round of 32

First knockout round

3

Round of 16

Second knockout round

4

Quarter-Final

Last 8

5

Semi-Final

Last 4

6

World Cup Final

19 Jul 2026 · MetLife Stadium

To lift the World Cup, Croatia must win 7 matches in total — any of which could go to extra time and penalties.

Upcoming Fixtures

England vs Croatia

Wed 17 Jun, 20:00 UTC

Group Stage→

Panama vs Croatia

Tue 23 Jun, 23:00 UTC

Group Stage→

Croatia vs Ghana

Sat 27 Jun, 21:00 UTC

Group Stage→

📺 Watch Croatia Live

Stream every Croatia match

Find your official broadcaster and streaming options for every Croatia match at World Cup 2026.

Watch Live Guide →TV Schedule

Croatia at World Cup 2026 — FAQ

Is Croatia in the World Cup 2026?▾
Yes. Croatia (UEFA) qualified for the FIFA World Cup 2026, which takes place in USA, Canada and Mexico from 11 June to 19 July 2026.
What group is Croatia in at World Cup 2026?▾
Croatia are in Group J at the FIFA World Cup 2026. The top two teams from each group advance to the Round of 32.
When does Croatia play at World Cup 2026?▾
Croatia's next match is England vs Croatia on Wed 17 Jun, 20:00 UTC.
How can I watch Croatia at World Cup 2026?▾
World Cup 2026 is broadcast in the USA on Fox Sports and Telemundo. In the UK on ITV and BBC. In Australia on SBS. Check our Watch Live guide for all country broadcasters.

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