England vs Croatia World Cup prediction, betting odds tips, match preview & lineups World Cup 2026!
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England vs Croatia World Cup match will be played on Wednesday, 17 June 2026 and the kick-off time is 20:00 (CET) at AT&T Stadium.
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England vs Croatia odds and betting tips (1X2)
What are the England vs Croatia predictions according to the winner odds?
| Odds England vs Croatia 1X2 | ||
| 1 | X | 2 |
| 1.73 | 5.35 | 5.35 |
| Odds England vs Croatia 1X, 12 & X2 | ||
| 1X | 12 | 2X |
| 1.18 | 2.05 | 1.25 |
| Odds Both Teams To Score (BTTS) | ||
| YES | NO | |
| 2.06 | 1.77 | |
| Odds To Score Over/Under 2.5 Goals |
||
| O 2,5 | U 2,5 | |
| 2.10 | 1.72 | |
What are the odds of England beating Croatia?
The odds of England beating Croatia are 1.73 with bet365. The England vs Croatia betting winner odds indicate that England is a huge favorite and predicted to win this fixture against Croatia easily. Watch & Bet on Football =>
England vs Croatia betting odds and tips – here is our England vs Croatia predictions, odds and betting tips!
England vs Croatia betting tips? Here are the best England vs Croatia betting odds and our Croatia vs England predictions and betting tips.
We expect England to beat Croatia at 1.73 with bet365. Below you can read the reasons for our England vs Croatia betting tips predictions. Watch & Bet on Football =>
England enter this fixture as a huge favourite thanks to their squad depth and firepower with players such as Harry Kane, Jude Bellingham and Bukayo Saka. Thomas Tuchel’s side qualified comfortably and are predicted to win Group L.
Croatia are tactically strong and hard to break down, usually built around Luka Modrić and Joško Gvardiol.
We begin our journey on Wednesday 🙌#ThreeLions | @EASPORTSFC pic.twitter.com/aDft7pa8tL
— England (@England) June 15, 2026
England vs Croatia Winner Prediction Today
Our England vs Croatia Full Time Result prediction is the England to win at 1.73 with bet365.
| 1 | X | 2 |
| 1.73 | 5.35 | 5.35 |
Odds England vs Croatia Both Teams To Score Goal (BTTS)
What are the best odds on both teams to score goals? We expect both England and Croatia to score goal (BTTS) at 2.06.
| BTTS YES | BTTS NO |
| 2.06 | 1.77 |
Odds Croatia vs England To Score Over/Under 2.5 Goals
What are the best odds on over and under 2.5 goals? We expect England and Croatia to score over 2.5 goals at 2.10.
| Over 2.5 goals | Under 2.5 goals |
| 2.10 | 1.72 |
England vs Croatia Correct Score Prediction
Our England vs Croatia correct score prediction is England to win 2-1 at 9.00 with bet365.
England vs Croatia First Goal Scorer Prediction
Will Harry Kane or Andrej Kramarić score the first goal? Andrej Kramarić remains Croatia’s biggest attacking weapon and will be their main threat in front of goal.
Harry Kane has been handed odds of 4.75 to score the first goal.
| England goal scorers | Score | First |
| Harry Kane | 2.30 | 4.75 |
| Bukayo Saka | 3.50 | 8.00 |
| Jude Bellingham | 4.33 | 10.00 |
| Antony Gordon | 4.33 | 10.00 |
Andrej Kramarić has been handed odds of 9.50 to score the first goal.
| Croatia goal scorers | Score | First |
| Andrej Kramarić | 4.33 | 9.50 |
| Ante Budimir | 4.00 | 10.00 |
| Petar Musa | 4.75 | 13.00 |
| Ivan Perisic | 6.50 | 15.00 |
Our England vs Croatia first goal scorer prediction is that we expect Harry Kane to score first goal at 4.75 with bet365.
Reasons for England vs Croatia predictions
Here are our reasons for our England vs Croatia prediction and betting tips.
The Three Lions are understandably the favourites to win this match at 1.73 with bet365. Croatia are the underdogs in this tie at 5.35 with bet365, but should not be underestimated.
The England have won three of the last five matches this year. England beat Costa Rica, New Zealand and Albania, but lost to Japan and drew against Uruguay.
The Three Lions still have arguably one of the best attacking and midfield pool in the tournament, with Harry Kane, Ousmane Dembélé, and Bukayo Saka all in strong form.
- Harry Kane gives them elite finishing and hold-up play.
- Jude Bellingham can dominate transitions and late box runs.
- Bukayo Saka and Phil Foden can isolate defenders 1v1.
England’s main advantage is speed and verticality. The Three Lions attack faster and create more chances. If England control midfield, they will win against Croatia.
Croatia has also won three out of their last five matches. Croatia beat Slovenia, Colombia and Montenegro, but lost to Belgium and Brazil.
Croatia are usually stronger in possession and game management and their biggest weapon is making games slow, tactical, and uncomfortable. To win Croatia needs to slow the game and dominate possession phases.
Can Harry Kane inspire England to a winning start? Harry Kane is predicted to score the first goal. He has been handed odds of 4.75 with bet365 to score the first goal.
Our England vs Croatia prediction and betting odds tips
Here are our England vs Croatia predictions and betting odds and our betting tips for the weekend match in the World Cup 2026.
| Market | Predictions | Odds |
|---|---|---|
| Full Time Result | England Win | 1.73 |
| Both Teams To Score | Yes | 9.00 |
| Over/Under 2.5 Goals | Over 2.5 Goals | 2.10 |
| Correct Score | England 3-1 Croatia | 8.00 |
| First Goalscorer | Harry Kane | 4.75 |
England vs Croatia Head to Head Matches Results, Form & Predicted Lineups
England and Croatia has met eleven times before with England winning 6, Croatia winning 3, and 2 matches ended draw. England won the last game with 1-0 in 2021 UEFA European Championship. Here is England vs Croatia Head To Head Results:
| Games won by England: | 6 |
| Games drawn: | 2 |
| Games won by Croatia: | 3 |
England vs Croatia Previous Results
The Three Lions has a huge advantage and it will be difficult for Croatia to win. The last two games between England vs Croatia ended with a 1-0 and 2-1 scoreline in favour of England.
England vs Croatia last five matches
| Date | Matches | Result | Score | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Jun 2026 | England v Croatia | TBA | TBA | FIFA World Cup |
| 13 Jun 2021 | England v Croatia | W | 1-0 | UEFA European Championship |
| 18 Nov 2018 | England v Croatia | W | 2-1 | UEFA Nations League |
| 12 Oct 2018 | Croatia v England | D | 0-0 | UEFA Nations League |
| 11 Jul 2018 | Croatia v England | L | 2-1 | FIFA World Cup |
| 09 Sep 2009 | England v Croatia | W | 5-1 | FIFA World Cup |
| 10 Sep 2008 | Croatia v England | W | 1-4 | FIFA World Cup |
| 21 Nov 2007 | England v Croatia | L | 2-3 | UEFA European Championship |
| 11 Oct 2006 | Croatia v England | L | 2-0 | UEFA European Championship |
| 21 Jun 2004 | Croatia v England | W | 2-4 | UEFA European Championship |
| 20 Aug 2003 | England v Croatia | W | 3-1 | International Friendly |
| 24 Apr 1996 | England v Croatia | D | 0-0 | International Friendly |
England last five matches results and recent form
England last 5 matches results and recent form: WDLWW
| Date | Match | Result | Score | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Jun 2026 | England v Costa Rica | W | 3-0 | International Friendly |
| 06 Jun 2026 | England v New Zealand | W | 1-0 | International Friendly |
| 31 Mar 2026 | England v Japan | L | 0-1 | International Friendly |
| 27 Mar 2026 | England v Uruguay | D | 1-1 | International Friendly |
| 16 Nov 2025 | Albania v England | W | 0-2 | FIFA World Cup |
| 13 Nov 2025 | England v Serbia | W | 2-0 | FIFA World Cup |
| 14 Oct 2025 | Latvia v England | W | 0-5 | FIFA World Cup |
| 09 Oct 2025 | England v Wales | W | 3-0 | International Friendly |
| 09 Sep 2025 | Serbia v England | W | 0-5 | FIFA World Cup |
| 06 Sep 2025 | England v Andorra | W | 2-0 | FIFA World Cup |
Croatia last five matches results and recent form
Croatia last 5 matches results and recent form: WWLLW
| Date | Match | Result | Score | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07 Jun 2026 | Croatia v Slovenia | W | 2-1 | International Friendly |
| 02 Jun 2026 | Croatia v Belgium | L | 0-2 | International Friendly |
| 31 Mar 2026 | Brazil v Croatia | L | 3-1 | International Friendly |
| 26 Mar 2026 | Colombia v Croatia | W | 1-2 | International Friendly |
| 17 Nov 2025 | Montenegro v Croatia | W | 2-3 | FIFA World Cup |
| 14 Nov 2025 | Croatia v Faroe Islands | W | 3-1 | FIFA World Cup |
| 12 Oct 2025 | Croatia v Gibraltar | W | 3-0 | FIFA World Cup |
| 09 Oct 2025 | Czech Republic v Croatia | D | 0-0 | FIFA World Cup |
| 08 Sep 2025 | Croatia v Montenegro | W | 4-0 | FIFA World Cup |
| 05 Sep 2025 | Faroe Islands v Croatia | W | 0-1 | FIFA World Cup |
England vs Croatia team formations, predicted starting lineups & possible lineups today (XI)
Here are our England vs Croatia predictions of the team formations and starting 11 lineups for the World Cup 2026 match today. Watch & Bet on Football =>
England team formation (4-2-3-1)
Thomas Tuchel is making final decisions on who to name in his starting lineup for England’s World Cup opener against Croatia.
We expect the Three Lions to line up in an 4-2-3-1 team formation.
Thomas Tuchel will deploy a team, with Bukayo Saka, Jude Bellingham, and Anthony Gordon supporting Harry Kane in attack.
Croatia team formation (4-3-3)
Croatia are likely to deploy a 4-3-3 formation, with Andrej Kramarić leading the line and Ante Budimir and Ivan Perišić and Lovro Majer operating next to the striker.
England vs Croatia Starting Lineups
Here are the predicted England vs Croatia starting lineups today.
Croatia predicted starting lineup vs England today
England starting lineup XI (11):
Jordan Pickford (GK); Reece James (RB), John Stones (CB), Marc Guéhi (CB), Rico O’Reilly (LB); Elliot Anderson (CM), Declan Rice (CDM); Bukayo Saka (RW), Jude Bellingham (CAM), Anthony Gordon (LW); Harry Kane (ST)
England predicted starting lineup vs Croatia today
Croatia starting XI (11):
Dominik Livaković (GK); Josip Juranović (RB), Joško Gvardiol (CB), Josip Šutalo (CB), Borna Sosa (LB); Luka Modrić (CM), Mateo Kovačić (CM), Marcelo Brozović (CDM); Lovro Majer (RW), Andrej Kramarić (ST), Ivan Perišić (LW)
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