England and Croatia line-ups confirmed for World Cup clash

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Last updated Jun 17, 2026

England and Croatia line-ups confirmed for World Cup clash
Summary

England is set to begin its 2026 World Cup campaign against Croatia at 21:00 BST. Manager Thomas Tuchel's squad will compete without Bukayo Saka, while Croatia’s lineup features several Serie A players, including Luka Modric. The Croatia midfield consists entirely of Serie A representatives. England’s lineup includes players such as Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane, with Djed Spence listed among the substitutes.

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  • Kick-off is scheduled for 21:00 BST.
  • England lacks Bukayo Saka in their starting XI.
  • Croatia features an all-Serie A midfield.
  • Modric leads Croatia against England.
  • Djed Spence named among England substitutes.
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  • 7:45 PMYahoo Sports2026 World Cup: England vs. Croatia line-ups – Modric and three other Serie A stars
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Thomas Tuchel will have to do without Bukayo Saka as England open their 2026 World Cup campaign against a Croatia side that will be led by Milan star Luka Modric, Inter’s Petar Sucic and an entire m...

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