England secures dominant win over Croatia in Euro qualifier
ESPN Soccer • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 3, 2026, 7:37 PM
Last updated Oct 3, 2026

England hosted Croatia on October 3, 2026, and achieved a significant victory, scoring seven goals against the world’s 13th-ranked team. The match marked England's first major step toward Euro 2028 qualification, following previous disappointments at the World Cup. This result serves to boost the team's morale as they prepare for subsequent qualifiers. England’s commanding performance illustrates their competitive edge as they build towards the European championship.
- •England beats Croatia by seven goals on October 3, 2026.
- •The game serves as a qualifier for Euro 2028.
- •This marks England's recovery from past World Cup challenges.
- •England’s victory boosts their confidence ahead of future matches.
- 8:24 PMESPN Soccer — England thrash Croatia to put World Cup heartbreak firmly behind them
"England took their first major step towards Euro 2028 as they beat the world's 13th-best team by seven goals.
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