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World Cup 2026 · Group L · FIFA #11
Croatia
- Group
- L
- FIFA Rank
- #11
- Pot
- 2
- Formation
- 4-3-3
Group L · Pre-tournament line
Sorted by Pot then FIFA ranking. Click any opponent for their team page.
| # | Team | FIFA | Pot |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 🏴 England | #4 | 1 |
| 2 | 🇭🇷 Croatia | #11 | 2 |
| 3 | 🇵🇦 Panama | #33 | 3 |
| 4 | 🇬🇭 Ghana | #74 | 4 |
Croatia's World Cup 2026 fixtures
All three group-stage matches with venue, kickoff time and broadcast routing.
Matchday 1 · 20:00 UTC
🏴 England vs 🇭🇷 Croatia
Dallas Stadium (AT&T Stadium)
· Arlington · capacity 80,000 · climate-controlled · city guide →
Broadcast: FOX · Telemundo (US) · See England's team page →
Matchday 2 · 23:00 UTC
🇵🇦 Panama vs 🇭🇷 Croatia
Toronto Stadium (BMO Field)
· Toronto · capacity 45,500 · city guide →
Broadcast: FOX · Telemundo (US) · See Panama's team page →
Matchday 3 · 21:00 UTC
🇭🇷 Croatia vs 🇬🇭 Ghana
Philadelphia Stadium (Lincoln Financial Field)
· Philadelphia · capacity 67,500 · city guide →
Broadcast: FOX · Telemundo (US) · See Ghana's team page →
Tactical snapshot
Formation
4-3-3 ↔ 4-2-3-1 in possession
Pivot
Mateo Kovačić
Attacking focus
Luka Modrić · Andrej Kramarić
Identity
Dalić rallying around Modrić's farewell after the 2022 third-place run
Croatia squad · 26
Provisional 2026 World Cup squad. Tap any player for their profile.
Head coach
Zlatko Dalić
Croatian coach Zlatko Dalić has led the national team since 2017, guiding them to the 2018 World Cup final and a third-place finish in 2022. He blends a golden generation around Luka Modrić with emerging talent as Croatia chase one more deep run.
Goalkeepers 3
Defenders 8
Midfielders 9
Forwards 6
Croatia at the World Cup
| First appearance | Total appearances | Best finish |
|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 7 (incl. 2026) | Final |
How to watch Croatia
United States: FOX · Telemundo
Home market: HRT · Nova TV
For the full broadcast schedule see our Match Centre →.
Read more about Croatia
Croatia World Cup 2026 — FAQ
When does Croatia play their first World Cup 2026 match?
Croatia's tournament begins Jun 17, 2026 against England at Dallas Stadium, Arlington (20:00 UTC).
Who is Croatia's coach at World Cup 2026?
Zlatko Dalić.
What group is Croatia in at the 2026 World Cup?
Group L with England, Panama, Ghana.
What is Croatia's FIFA ranking heading into the 2026 World Cup?
#11 in the April 2026 FIFA Men's World Ranking, drawn into Pot 2.
Has Croatia ever reached a World Cup Final?
Croatia's best finish is Final. They have appeared at 7 World Cups including 2026.
Who is Croatia's captain at World Cup 2026?
Luka Modrić.
Where can I watch Croatia's World Cup 2026 matches?
FOX · Telemundo in the United States; HRT · Nova TV in Croatia.