What time does Croatia vs Ghana kick off?
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Croatia vs Ghana lineups
Starting XI
Substitutes
Manager
- Z. Dalic
- C. Queiroz
Group L Standings & Scenarios
If Croatia or Ghana tops the group, they will be placed into Match 80 and play against one of the eight best third-placed teams that advance to the knockouts.
This bracket slot pits the winner of Group L against the best 3rd place from Group E/H/I/J/K. Potential opponents areEcuador (confirmed 3rd in Group E), Senegal (Confirmed 3rd in Group I), Austria or Algeria (Group J), DR Congo or Portugal (Group K).
Finishing second sets up a fixed, pre-determined bracket matchup in Match 83 against another runner-up.
This will most likely be Portugal or DR Congo, depending on how their final Group K matches conclude today. (Colombia is also mathematically possible but currently leads Group K).
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If either team finishes 3rd in Group L but ranks among the top eight 3rd-placed teams across the entire tournament, they will move into Match 87. This is heavily trending toward Colombia, who currently commands Group K with 6 points, though Portugal still retains a mathematical chance to win that group today.
The other game in Group L today is England versus Panama. To watch both Group L games unfold at once, check out GOAL's guide on how to watch two World Cup games simultaneously.
READ MORE: Watch Panama vs England
Croatia vs Ghana Live Streams
TV channel and live stream options for Croatia vs Ghana are listed below. In the United States, English-language coverage airs on FS1, while Spanish-language viewers can watch on Telemundo and UNIVERSO. Popular streaming service Fubo carries all of these channels, and offers new customers a free five day trial of their service.
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Croatia vs Ghana Match Preview
Croatia and Ghana meet at Philadelphia Stadium on June 27 in a Group L finale that will determine who advances to the Round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Zlatko Dalic's side arrive in Philadelphia having recovered from a 4-2 opening defeat to England with a 1-0 win over Panama. Three points leave the Vatreni in third place, and Luka Modric and company know that only a victory gives them full control of their knockout fate.
Ghana enter this match in the stronger position. Carlos Queiroz's side beat Panama 1-0 before holding England to a goalless draw in Foxborough — a result that left Queiroz furious over what he called a clear penalty and red card that VAR failed to award. Four points and a clean defensive record through two matches put the Black Stars second in the group.
The math is straightforward for Ghana: avoid defeat and they advance. For Croatia, the margin for error is gone.
Jordan Ayew, Inaki Williams, and Antoine Semenyo lead a Ghana attack that has been disciplined and dangerous in equal measure. Queiroz has built a side that concedes little and punishes on the counter, and Croatia's midfield — for all of Modric's class — will need to find a way through.
With both teams knowing exactly what is at stake, this Group L decider in Philadelphia promises to be tense and direct.
How to watch Croatia vs Ghana with a VPN
If you are travelling abroad or just want to access your usual streaming services from a different part of the world, you may run into geo-restrictions. This is where a Virtual Private Network (VPN) comes in handy.
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Croatia Team News
Manager Zlatko Dalić has a luxury few coaches enjoy at this stage of the tournament: a fully fit squad with no fresh injuries or suspensions reported.
After coming off the bench to score the crucial match-winner against Panama, 34-year-old veteran Ante Budimir is heavily tipped to earn a starting spot ahead of Petar Musa.
Dalić abandoned his back-three experiment after the opening loss to England, reverting to a 4-2-3-1. Teenage prodigy Luka Vušković is expected to stay on the bench, with Marin Pongračić keeping his spot next to Josip Šutalo.
The timeless duo of Luka Modrić (making his 200th international appearance this week) and Mateo Kovačić will anchor the center, while Martin Baturina is set to continue as the primary creative spark.
Ghana Team News
Carlos Queiroz has masterminded an incredibly stubborn, defensive unit that has yet to concede a goal this tournament. He is unlikely to change a formula that held England to a standstill.
Lawrence Ati-Zigi started the opener but picked up an injury. Backup keeper Benjamin Asare filled in brilliantly against England and is expected to retain his place between the posts.
20-year-old Nordsjælland starlet Caleb Yirenkyi, who scored the winner against Panama, will start alongside Thomas Partey, who sits as the crucial single-pivot anchor.
Expect Kwasi Sibo and Iñaki Williams to retain their spots in a side built to absorb pressure and hit violently on the break through the pace of Antoine Semenyo and the work rate of captain Jordan Ayew.
Form
Zlatko Dalić’s squad has shown flashes of their classic tournament resilience, but they have lacked the consistent defensive steel of past World Cups. They currently sit on 3 points.
In Matchday 1, they lost 2-4 in a chaotic, high-scoring opener where Croatia's backline was repeatedly exposed by a relentless English attack. In Matchday 2, and under immense pressure, the Vatreni steadied the ship with a 1-0 victory over Panama. Dalić reverted to a more familiar 4-2-3-1 system, and veteran striker Ante Budimir came off the bench to score a gritty, 54th-minute match-winner.
The Black Stars have been one of the biggest surprises of the tournament under manager Carlos Queiroz. They have built an incredibly stubborn unit and have yet to concede a single goal, putting them in second place in the group with 4 points.
They recorded a 1-0 victory on Matchday 1 in a highly disciplined tactical performance where Ghana absorbed Panama's pressure and struck late to secure a massive opening three points. In Matchday 2, a defensive masterclass saw them take a point in a stalemate against one of the tournament favorites England. Entering the match as heavy underdogs in Foxborough, Ghana frustrated England's star-studded attack to a complete standstill, earning a well-deserved clean sheet and a point
Head-to-Head Record
Croatia and Ghana have never met in an official senior international football match. Their historical head-to-head record is completely blank.
Step-by-step VPN guide to watch Croatia vs Ghana today
NordVPN- Download & Install: Sign up to ExpressVPN or another reputable VPN service (check out GOAL's guide here) and download the app on your device.
- Connect to a Server: Open the app and select a server location where the match is being shown (e.g. if you are in the UK but want to watch a US stream, connect to a US server).
- Clear Cache: Sometimes your browser holds onto your old location. Clear your cookies or refresh your browser to ensure the change takes effect.
- Start Streaming: Go to your broadcaster's website and app and enjoy the game.
How to watch on the Big Screen
Watching on your phone or laptop is fine, but live sports belongs on the big screen. Here is how to get the VPN working on your TV:
- Smart TVs & Fire Stick: Most Android-based TVs and devices like the Amazon Fire TV Stick or Google Chromecast with Google TV have native VPN apps. Simply search for your VPN provider in the app store on your TV, log in, and connect just like you would on your phone.
- Apple TV, Roku & Consoles: These devices often don't support direct VPN apps. The easiest workaround is to use Smart DNS (usually found in your VPN account settings) or Mirror/Cast the stream from your VPN-connected phone or laptop to your TV.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cheapest way to watch FIFA World Cup soccer?
With less than a month to go in the tournament, there are several ways to watch the rest of the action for as little as $20 or less.
Check out GOAL's guide on the cheapest World Cup deals. Alternatively, you can watch Croatia vs Ghana, along with the next five days of the tournament with the free trials available from either Fubo or DirecTV Stream.
Is FS1 on free to air television?
No, FS1 (Fox Sports 1) is not available free-to-air in the United States. It is a premium pay-TV cable network, meaning you cannot pick it up using a standard digital TV antenna.
If you need to watch a game on FS1, you can access it through platforms like Fubo and DirecTV Stream, both of which offer new customers a free five day trial of their service.
