England will conclude their preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a friendly match against Costa Rica, scheduled for Wednesday, June 10. The game serves as the final tune-up before the Three Lions begin their group stage campaign next week.
Match Details
Kick-off time: The match is set to begin at 9pm BST (British Summer Time).
Location: This international friendly will be played at the Inter&Co Stadium in Orlando, Florida, United States. It marks an away fixture for England as they finalize their World Cup preparations on foreign soil.
How to Watch
UK Television
Fans in the United Kingdom can watch the match live on ITV1 or STV. Television coverage begins at 8pm BST, providing a full hour of pre-match analysis and build-up before the 9pm kick-off.
Live Stream
For online viewing, the match can be streamed via the ITVX app or the STV Player app. These platforms are free to use for viewers with a valid TV licence and are accessible on smartphones, tablets, and web browsers.
United States Broadcast
Viewers in the United States have multiple options to watch the game. The match will be broadcast on FOX Sports, FOX Sports 2, and FOX One. Streaming alternatives include Fubo and ViX.
Radio Coverage
For audio coverage, live commentary will be available on BBC Radio 5 Live and talkSPORT, allowing fans to follow the action while on the move.
Team News
England: Manager Thomas Tuchel is expected to rotate his squad heavily, giving younger players a chance to impress before the tournament. Dean Henderson, Alex Scott, Josh King, and Ethan Nwaneri were the only players not to feature in the previous friendly against New Zealand. It remains uncertain whether they will be included against Costa Rica.
Costa Rica: Forward Manfred Ugalde is a doubt for a starting position due to fitness concerns, but no key players have been ruled out entirely for this exhibition match.
Head-to-Head Record
This will be only the third meeting between the two senior men's national teams. England holds the historical advantage with one win and one draw. The draw came during the 2014 World Cup group stage, where the teams played out a 0-0 stalemate.
Additional Coverage
For more in-depth analysis, read the full story on Harry Kane's fitness concerns ahead of the World Cup.
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