Croatia host Belgium in an exciting international friendly as both teams fine-tune their preparations for the FIFA World Cup 2026. The match takes place at the Stadion HNK Rijeka in Rijeka, Croatia, with kick-off scheduled for 5pm UK time.
How to watch Croatia vs Belgium in the UK
Fans in the United Kingdom can watch the match live on Amazon Prime PPV. Coverage begins 10 minutes before kick-off, and the cost to tune in is £2.99. The match is accessible via the Amazon Prime Video website or the official Prime Video app, available on iOS, Android, and most major smart TV platforms.
For those who prefer audio commentary, BBC Radio 5 Live will provide updates throughout the evening, while talkSPORT will feature regular live match alerts and post-game discussions.
Broadcast options in other regions
In Belgium, Austria, and Germany, DAZN holds the broadcasting rights for European international friendlies, so fans in those regions can stream the match directly on the DAZN app. In the United States, viewers can watch on FOX Sports 2 or FOX Deportes for Spanish commentary, or stream via the ViX platform and the Fubo Sports Network.
Team news
Croatia will be without central defender Josip Sutalo due to injury. Veteran midfielder Luka Modric remains doubtful after training with a protective face mask. For Belgium, defender Zeno Debast is ruled out with a muscular injury, while star striker Romelu Lukaku is a major doubt as he battles a muscle problem.
Head-to-head record
The historical record between these two nations is perfectly balanced, with both teams claiming three victories each and three draws. However, Belgium enter the match with a psychological edge, having gone unbeaten in their last four encounters against Croatia.
For more on Belgium's golden generation, read the full story on why they are set for a last chance saloon at the 2026 World Cup.
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