When are England playing in the World Cup 2026?

FootballSports
11 Jun 2026 • 11:31 PM MYT
The Independent
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When are England playing in the World Cup 2026?

  • England will commence their World Cup campaign against Croatia on Wednesday 17 June at the Dallas Stadium in Arlington, Texas, with a kick-off time of 9pm BST.
  • UK viewers can watch England's game against Croatia, who they faced in the 2018 World Cup semi-finals, live on ITV1 and ITV X.
  • England will also play Ghana on June 23 at the Gillette Stadium, Foxborough at 9pm BST.
  • The Three Lions will then take on Panama at the MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford on June 27 at 10pm BST.
  • Managed by Thomas Tuchel, England enter the tournament as one of the favourites after an unbeaten qualifying run.

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