England defeated Croatia 2-1 at Wembley on Thursday, November 12, as Harry Kane became the most-capped player in the history of the England men’s national team.
Kane made his 126th international appearance, moving beyond Peter Shilton’s previous record of 125 caps.
The victory lifted England to 12 points from five matches in UEFA Nations League Group A3 and kept the Three Lions in contention to finish top of the group.
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England vs Croatia result and goals
Morgan Rogers opened the scoring for England in the 24th minute.
Croatia equalized through Petar Sučić in the 59th minute, briefly threatening to change the direction of the match.
Kane restored England’s lead from the penalty spot in the 64th minute and secured a landmark result on a night centred on his record appearance.
| Team | Score | Goals |
|---|---|---|
| England | 2 | Morgan Rogers 24’, Harry Kane 64’ pen |
| Croatia | 1 | Petar Sučić 59’ |
Harry Kane breaks England appearance record
Kane entered the match level with Shilton on 125 appearances and took sole possession of the record when he was named in Thomas Tuchel’s starting lineup.
The England captain also added to his international scoring record with the second-half penalty.
Kane is already England’s leading men’s scorer, and the latest milestone added another major record to his international career.
Shilton was among those involved in marking the occasion at Wembley before kickoff, as Kane was recognized for surpassing the former goalkeeper’s total.
Updated Nations League standings
England’s win moved the team level on points with Spain at the top of Group A3, although Spain retained the advantage before the final round based on the standings and results already recorded.
| Position | Team | Points |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Spain | 12 |
| 2 | England | 12 |
| 3 | Croatia | 3 |
| 4 | Czechia | 0 |
The top two teams in each League A group advance to the Nations League quarter-finals.
England had already beaten Croatia 7-0 in Rijeka earlier in the campaign, making Thursday’s result a fourth consecutive victory over Croatia.
What comes next for England
England will finish the group stage away to Spain on Sunday, November 15, at the Metropolitano Stadium in Madrid.
The match will determine the final order at the top of Group A3 and could decide which team finishes first.
For Croatia, the defeat extended a difficult run and left the side on three points ahead of its final group match against Czechia.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the England vs Croatia score?
England beat Croatia 2-1 at Wembley on Thursday, November 12, 2026.
Who scored for England against Croatia?
Morgan Rogers scored in the 24th minute and Harry Kane converted a penalty in the 64th minute.
How many caps does Harry Kane have for England?
Kane has made 126 appearances for England, making him the men’s national team’s most-capped player.
Where are England in the Nations League standings?
England have 12 points from five Group A3 matches and are level with Spain at the top of the group.
When do England play Spain next?
England visit Spain on Sunday, November 15, 2026, at the Metropolitano Stadium in Madrid.
Fact-Checked: Key facts were checked against England Football’s official match centre and UEFA Nations League information. ([englandfootball.com](https://www.englandfootball.com/england/mens-senior-team/fixtures-results/2026-27/Nations-League/england-v-croatia-uefa-nations-league-thursday-12-november-2026-match-centre))
Disclaimer: Standings and qualification implications reflect the official information available after England’s November 12, 2026 match.