Croatia 0-7 England was the stunning scoreline in Rijeka on Saturday night, as Thomas Tuchel’s side produced one of the finest away performances in their history. Harry Kane and Bukayo Saka scored twice each, with Jude Bellingham, Anthony Gordon and Morgan Rogers also on target. The result lifts England to six points in Nations League A Group 3 and puts their bid for a quarter-final place firmly back on track.
Croatia 0-7 England: Key Facts
- Competition: UEFA Nations League, League A, Group 3
- Date: Saturday 3 October 2026
- Venue: Stadion HNK Rijeka, Croatia
- Final score: Croatia 0-7 England
- England scorers: Kane (8′, 53′), Bellingham (21′), Gordon (39′), Saka (45+1′, 68′), Rogers (87′)
- England’s group record: W2 L1, six points from three games
- Next up: England vs Czechia at Wembley, Tuesday 6 October, 9:45pm EAT
How the Rout Unfolded
England went into the game under some pressure. They had opened the campaign with a 2-0 win over Czechia but then lost 3-2 to Spain at Wembley, a night remembered for a Kane penalty miss. Tuchel responded by making five changes, and he handed a first England start to young midfielder Alex Scott.
The changes worked from the first whistle. Kane opened the scoring inside eight minutes, and from then on Croatia were chasing shadows. Bellingham doubled the lead in the 21st minute, finishing off a remarkable move that featured 27 consecutive England passes before the ball hit the net. It was the kind of patient, controlled build-up that Tuchel has been asking for since he took charge.
Gordon made it three before the break, rising to head home a cross from Jarell Quansah, and Saka added a fourth in first-half stoppage time. Four goals up at half-time away from home against a side that reached the World Cup final in 2018 is not something England fans see often.
There was no let-up after the interval. Kane grabbed his second eight minutes after the restart, Saka got his second midway through the half, and substitute Morgan Rogers finished the job three minutes from time after being picked out by Bellingham.
Standout Performers
Jude Bellingham
Bellingham was the man pulling the strings. He scored, set up Rogers for the seventh and was involved in a lot of England’s best attacking play. Against a Croatia midfield that still contains plenty of experience, the Real Madrid man looked a level above everyone on the pitch.
Harry Kane
The captain continued his fine scoring run with another double. He has now scored in six consecutive away matches for England, and the appearance also moved him closer to Peter Shilton’s all-time record for England caps. For a player who was criticised after the penalty miss against Spain, this was the perfect response.
Bukayo Saka and Anthony Gordon
Saka was a constant threat on the right and finished with two goals, while Gordon kept up his excellent recent form for his country with a well-taken header. The competition for places in Tuchel’s front line looks healthier than it has in some time.
What the Croatia 0-7 England Result Means for the Group
Spain remain top of Group 3 with a perfect record after their 3-1 win over Czechia on Saturday, but England are now second with six points and Croatia are third on three. Only the top two in each League A group go through to the quarter-finals in March, so this win, and the huge goal difference boost that comes with it, could prove very important in the final reckoning.
Croatia, who lost 4-2 to England at the World Cup in June, will be desperate to respond when they host Spain on Tuesday. For a proud football nation, this was a humbling night on home soil and there will be serious questions asked in the coming days.
Talking Points for Kenyan Fans and Punters
England’s attack has now scored 11 goals in three Nations League games, and Tuesday’s home game against Czechia looks like a good chance to build on this. Czechia have already lost to England and to Spain in this group. Expect the bookmakers to make England strong favourites at Wembley, so value may be found in markets like England to win to nil or Kane anytime scorer rather than the straight match result.
Keep in mind that big wins can be followed by flat performances, especially when managers rotate in a busy international window. Tuchel has already shown he is willing to make several changes between games, so check the confirmed line-ups before placing any bets.
For all of our latest match previews, visit the JetBet Blog predictions section. You can also read our Croatia vs England prediction from before the game, and look back at the England 2-3 Spain defeat that set the scene for this response. Official group tables and fixtures are on the UEFA Nations League website.
FAQ
What was the score in Croatia vs England?
England beat Croatia 7-0 in Rijeka on Saturday 3 October 2026 in UEFA Nations League League A, Group 3.
Who scored for England against Croatia?
Harry Kane and Bukayo Saka scored two goals each, while Jude Bellingham, Anthony Gordon and Morgan Rogers scored one each.
When do England play next?
England host Czechia at Wembley on Tuesday 6 October 2026, with kick-off at 9:45pm East Africa Time.
Can England still qualify for the Nations League quarter-finals?
Yes. England are second in Group 3 with six points behind leaders Spain, and the top two teams in the group reach the quarter-finals in March.
18+. Bet responsibly. JetBet is licensed by the Gambling Regulatory Authority (GRA) of Kenya.
