Key Events
Trent Alexander-Arnold, who showcased his skills against the Czechs, loses his spot to former Liverpool teammate Jarell Quansah. Alex Scott earns his first international start, while Jordan Pickford returns as the goalkeeper.

Croatia, led by the ageless Luka Modric, fields a strong lineup, proving that not all 41-year-olds are past their prime.

The Teams

• Croatia: Livakovic, Stanisic, Vuskovic, Gvardiol, Perisic, Kovacic, Modric, Baturina, Sucic, Ivanovic, Musa.
• England: Pickford, Quansah, Konsa, Guehi, Hall, Anderson, Bellingham, Scott, Saka, Kane, Gordon.
• Subs: Trafford, Steele, Alexander-Arnold, Chalobah, Ngumoha, Branthwaite, Lewis-Skelly, Rogers, Garner, Calvert-Lewin, Gibbs-White, Eze.
• Referee: Sven Jablonski (Germany)

Match Context
England arrives after a convincing 2-0 victory against Czechia. The match is taking place behind closed doors due to penalties imposed on Croatia for previous crowd disturbances during a Nations League quarter-final against France. However, exceptions allow local children up to 14 years old to attend, and approximately 6,000 plus guardians are expected, along with 100 England fans, filling about two-thirds of the 8,200-seat stadium.

Preamble
This encounter marks a rematch of the 2018 World Cup semi-final. England has triumphed in their last three meetings with Croatia, including a recent stylish victory in Arlington this summer. However, the shadow of the 2018 semi-final lingers over this matchup. Kick-off is set for 5pm BST.