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World Cup

England vs Croatia Prediction — 17.06.2026

John Kane Football Edge Director

England

WWLDW

June 17, 2026

20:00

World Cup

Days

Hours

Minutes

Seconds

Croatia

WLLWW

1 1.69

X 3.55

2 5.00

1 1.73

X 3.60

2 4.60

1 1.73

X 3.80

2 4.75

1 1.73

X 3.82

2 5.00

H2H Stats Matches and Previous Teams Results

0% 2 Wins

0% 1 Draws

0% 0 Wins

Total games 3

Total Goals Avg 1.33

Both teams scored 33%

1.00 Total average 0.33

1.67 Yellow cards 3.00

0.00 Red cards 0.00

Last 3 matches

13.06.2021 Euro Champi…

England

Croatia

1 0 1 0 0 0

— —

1 1

1 3

0 0

18.11.2018 UEFA Nation…

England

Croatia

2 0 2 1 0 1

— —

9 4

1 3

0 0

12.10.2018 UEFA Nation…

Croatia

England

0 0 0 0 0 0

— —

2 4

3 3

0 0

Where Can You Place Bets on England vs Croatia?

England

Team Overview

In their latest friendly, England hosted Costa Rica and secured a convincing 3-0 victory. This win adds to their recent success, showcasing their attacking prowess.

Match statistics (England vs Costa Rica):

Possession: 81% – 19%
Corners: 11 – 1
Fouls: 7 – 24
Yellow cards: 0 – 4
Shots on target: 8 – 0

Croatia

Team Overview

Croatia faced Slovenia in their most recent friendly, emerging victorious with a 2-1 scoreline. This win reflects their ability to compete effectively against challenging opponents.

Match statistics (Croatia vs Slovenia):

Possession: 67% – 33%
Corners: 8 – 4
Fouls: 5 – 11
Shots on target: 6 – 4

Teams Form Analysis

England has shown strong form in their last ten matches, winning six and drawing two, with a total of 15 goals scored and only 6 conceded. Their recent victory against Costa Rica (3-0) highlights their attacking prowess and solid defense. Croatia, on the other hand, has had a mixed performance, with four wins, two draws, and four losses in their last ten matches, scoring 14 goals but conceding 18. Their recent loss to Belgium (0-2) raises concerns about their defensive stability.

Statistical Analysis & Influencing Factors

In terms of head-to-head, England has a favorable record against Croatia, winning two out of three encounters, with an average of 1.33 goals per game in these matchups. England's recent matches have seen them dominate possession (averaging 81% in their last game), while Croatia has struggled with possession, averaging 67% in their recent match against Slovenia. The statistical trends suggest that England's attacking efficiency and Croatia's defensive vulnerabilities could play a crucial role in the upcoming match.

England — Croatia Prediction

Exact Score: 2 – 1
1st Half: 1 – 0
Goals (Total): 2 – 1
Corners: 10 – 4
Fouls: 12 – 14
Yellow Cards: 2 – 3
Shots on target: 6 – 3
Offsides: 3 – 2
Possession: 65% – 35%

England is expected to maintain a high possession rate, utilizing their midfield strength to control the game. Croatia may adopt a counter-attacking strategy, aiming to exploit any gaps left by England's attacking play. However, their ability to defend against set pieces and maintain composure under pressure will be critical to their chances of success.

3 Reasons Why England Will Win

Recent Form: England's last ten matches show a strong winning trend, while Croatia's inconsistency raises concerns.
Head-to-Head Advantage: England has won 2 out of 3 encounters against Croatia, indicating a psychological edge.
Defensive Vulnerabilities: Croatia's recent matches have highlighted defensive issues, conceding 18 goals in their last ten games.