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CROATIA’S WORLD CUP 2026 GROUP L FIXTURES REVEALED

The Croatia national team received official venues and kick-off times for Group L matches at the FIFA World Cup 2026, hosted across the USACanada, and Mexico – spanning three time zones and massive stadiums.​

Croatia face England on June 17 at 22:00 CET (16:00 local) at Dallas’ AT&T Stadium – the world’s largest WC venue (92,967 seats, retractable roof, home to the Dallas Cowboys, hosting nine matches). Panama awaits on June 24 at 01:00 CET (19:00 local time on June 23) at Toronto’s BMO Field (45,736 expanded capacity, ideal for Canada’s 37,460-strong Croatian diaspora). Group finale vs Ghana, June 27 at 23:00 CET (17:00 local) at Philadelphia’s Lincoln Financial Field (69,328 seats, LEED-certified Eagles stadium).

England-Croatia opener is Group L’s sole TOP 10 clash – fifth Dalić-era duel after Qatar semis penalty drama. Toronto’s massive Croat community guarantees packed stands and a home-like atmosphere; Dallas offers an NFL spectacle under a roof (neutralizing the heat); and Philadelphia’s passionate East Coast fans (1k+ Croats) close the group phase favorably. Late CET kick-offs ease European jet lag; all stadiums feature premium pitches and tech.

England arrives as pre-tournament favorites with Southgate’s golden generation (Bellingham, Foden, Kane). Ghana brings African dynamism and World Cup pedigree (2010 quarters), while Panama makes its second-ever WC appearance, chasing CONCACAF upset. Balanced group favors Vatreni quarterfinal push with Modrić’s experience.

Prime travel window for Croatia’s fans – Dallas-Toronto-Philadelphia triangle offers direct flights and Croat communities.

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