England meet their 2018 World Cup nemesis Croatia in a UEFA Nations League game that is scheduled to be played behind closed doors in Rijeka. Stadion HNK Rijeka is currently undergoing a ground ban by UEFA for having Swastika image on the pitch during a 2016 Euro Qualifier game. Having no fans in the stadium will almost make the contest as if it is being played on a neutral venue which England could benefit from. The Croatian crowd is often known to be hostile, and the news is a blessing in disguise for the Three Lions. Here's all match information on Croatia vs England game including live telecast, free live streaming, match timings, venue details and so on.

England have two tough games lined up in Croatia and Spain and will look to target the maximum points from both these games. The renaissance under Gareth Southgate is well and truly on as this Three Lions side is more confident in playing these big games. The England manager has called three youngsters- Jadon Sancho, Mason Mount and James Maddison to his squad while several other known faces miss out due to injury. Skipper Harry Kane and Kieran Trippier who were instrumental in England’s run up to the semi-final in the World Cup will start for England and could add thrust to the side.

Croatia will welcome back star defenders Dejan Lovren into the team after his recent setbacks with an injury. His presence was felt as the World Cup finalist went down 6-0 to Spain in the last game. Chelsea midfielder Mateo Kovacic will start alongside World’s best midfielder Luka Modric in what could be a very competitive lineup. Sime Vrsalijko and Marcelo Brozovic will miss the game due to injuries.

England will have several new faces in the playing eleven, and it will be interesting to see how they linkup against a strong Croatian team. Croatia, on the other hand, will be under pressure after its demolition against Spain and hence both sides could take a pragmatic approach to the tie. A draw looks like the most favoured outcome from Rijeka.

When Is Croatia vs England Match Scheduled to Take Place? Date, Time and Venue of 2018/19 UEFA Nations Game

Croatia vs England, League A Group 4 match will be played on October 12, 2018, at 12.15am IST. The match will be held at Stadion HNK Rijeka in Croatia. Placed in their pool, Spain is at the top followed by England as Croatia take the last place.

Which TV Channels in India Will Telecast Croatia vs England, 2018/19 UEFA Nations League Match, LIVE?

Croatia vs England match live telecast will be available on Sony Ten 2 channel with English commentary. You can also tune into Sony Six with Sony Pictures Network are the official broadcaster of 2018/19 UEFA Nations League tournament.

Is Croatia vs England, 2018/19 UEFA Nations League Match, Free Live Online Streaming Available?

Fans who cannot watch Croatia vs England match on live TV, they can watch it through online streaming. The fans can watch Croatia vs England 2018/19 UEFA Nations League match through online streaming on Sony Liv app. They can also watch the live streaming on Jio TV and Airtel TV.

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