England and Croatia are set to face off in a Nations League match, with both teams finalizing their starting selections. For England, manager Gareth Southgate has opted for several tactical adjustments. Most notably, Alex Scott has been handed his first international start, while Jordan Pickford returns to the starting lineup in goal. In the defensive line, Jarell Quansah has been selected to start, replacing Trent Alexander-Arnold, who had previously featured against the Czech Republic. The England defense also includes Konsa and Guehi.

Croatia enters the match led by veteran captain Luka Modrić. The Croatian starting XI includes Livaković in goal, supported by a defensive unit featuring Stanišić, Vušković, and Gvardiol. The midfield and attacking options for Croatia include Perišić, Kovačić, Ivanović, Petar Sučić, Baturina, and Musa. A large bench of substitutes is available for both sides, including players such as Kramarić and Vlašić for Croatia, providing depth for potential second-half tactical changes.

While both outlets provided the confirmed lineups, they differed in their descriptive tone regarding the players. Sky Sports focused on the immediate news of the starting roster, while The Guardian provided additional commentary on the age and performance of specific athletes, specifically referencing Modrić’s longevity and the recent form of Alexander-Arnold.