England face Croatia in the penultimate game of the Nations League group stage, with captain Harry Kane set to become the most-capped player in Three Lions' history. Fresh from winning the Ballon d'Or, Kane is expected to earn his 126th cap, moving clear of long-time record-holder Peter Shilton.
Match details and how to watch
England vs Croatia is scheduled for a 7.45pm GMT kick-off on Thursday, November 12, 2026, at Wembley. In the UK, the match will be televised live and free to air on ITV, with coverage beginning at 7pm BST on ITV1. A live stream is available on the ITVX website and app, free with registration, and Standard Sport's live blog will feature insight from England correspondent Dom Smith.
Team news and potential debutants
Kane is set to overtake Shilton as the most capped player for the Three Lions. Injuries to Marc Guehi and Ezri Konsa have led to late call-ups for Dan Burn and James Hill, with Hill hoping to make his England debut. Other potential debutants include Fulham's Josh King and Borussia Dortmund midfielder Jobe Bellingham, younger brother of England star Jude.
England are light on the right side, with Arsenal duo Bukayo Saka and Noni Madueke out injured; Chelsea attacker Morgan Rogers and Liverpool youngster Rio Ngumoha are likely replacements. For Croatia, ex-Tottenham Hotspur winger Ivan Perisic is suspended after his red card against Spain in Split.
Prediction and head-to-head record
Croatia have conceded 14 goals in four Nations League games, and a 4-1 drubbing by Spain in their last away game suggests England should have plenty of chances at home. While the Three Lions kept a clean sheet away, their guests usually score at least once. The prediction is England to win 4-1.
England and Croatia have met in three of the last four major tournaments, with England winning twice, but Croatia beat England in the World Cup semi-finals to reach a maiden final. Croatia also prevented England from qualifying for the 2008 Euros with wins home and away. Overall, England have 8 wins, Croatia 3, and there have been 2 draws.
