TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - England will face a tough test when they face Croatia in their opening Group L match of the 2026 World Cup at Dallas Stadium, Texas, United States, on Thursday, June 18, 2026.
The duel between the two European powerhouses will focus on the team's two captains, Harry Kane and Luka Modric.
Kane will once again be the Three Lions' mainstay in attack. The Bayern Munich striker will be supported by Jude Bellingham, Anthony Gordon, and Noni Madueke to break down the Croatian defense.
In midfield, Declan Rice will partner Elliot Anderson to maintain England's balance.
Meanwhile, Croatia will rely on the experience of Luka Modric as a leader in midfield.
The veteran midfielder will be accompanied by Mario Pasalic, Martin Baturina, and Petar Sucic, while the forward line will rely on the sharpness of Ivan Perisic and Petar Musa.
England's defense will be anchored by Jordan Pickford in goal, supported by the quartet of Ezri Konsa, Nico O'Reilly, John Stones, and Reece James.
From Croatia, Dominik Livakovic will be in goal, protected by Josip Stanisic, Josko Gvardiol, Josip Sutalo, and Luka Vuskovic.
The two teams' starting lineups are:
England (4-2-3-1): Jordan Pickford; Ezri Konsa, Nico O'Reilly, John Stones, Reece James; Declan Rice, Elliot Anderson; Jude Bellingham; Noni Madueke, Harry Kane (captain), Anthony Gordon.
Croatia (3-4-3): Dominik Livakovic; Josip Stanisic, Josko Gvardiol, Josip Sutalo, Luka Vuskovic; Luka Modric (captain), Mario Pasalic, Martin Baturina, Petar Sucic; Ivan Perisic, Petar Musa.
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