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England visit Croatia in Matchday 3 of the 2026–27 UEFA Nations League on Saturday 3 October. Kick-off is scheduled for 5pm BST (16:00 UTC) in Rijeka. The fixture is listed as being played behind closed doors because of a UEFA sanction.

When and where is Croatia v England?

The match is scheduled for Saturday 3 October 2026 at 5pm BST, which is 16:00 UTC. It takes place in Rijeka and is the third match of England’s 2026–27 UEFA Nations League campaign. The England Football fixture schedule gives the local UK time and venue; [UEFA’s match centre](https://www.uefa.com/uefanationsleague/match/204 ಹಾಕ0/) lists the UTC kick-off.

Why is the match behind closed doors?

England Football’s schedule says the match will be played behind closed doors because of a UEFA sanction. The official match centre also marks the fixture as sold out, but that status does not mean ordinary spectators can attend when the game is scheduled without supporters present. Do not treat the listing as an opportunity to buy or use a ticket.

A FourFourTwo report published 30 September 2026 describes the sanction in more detail, including restrictions affecting Croatia supporters. The official schedule establishes the closed-door status; for the precise disciplinary terms, consult UEFA’s official disciplinary information.

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