It’s time for Round 2 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Dallas-Fort Worth.

England and Croatia will meet in a Group L match at 3 p.m. Wednesday at AT&T Stadium (known as Dallas Stadium for the tournament, in accordance with FIFA rules).

This will be the second of nine World Cup matches in Arlington, culminating with a semifinal July 14.

Follow along for updates today before, during and after the match:

British store in Grapevine ready for the match

1:47 p.m.

The British Emporium first opened in Grapevine in 1992 when a pair of friends who moved here to North Texas in the ‘80s wanted a good cup of tea and some biscuits to go with it.

“The whole thing started after a cup of hot tea, and that still is the hottest item,” owner Sheela Bailey told the Star-Telegram. “People do go abroad, and they visit Great Britain, and they find a tea or marmalade or cookie that they love, and they are so charmed to find it in a vintage British store here in Grapevine.”

“Having England play just down the street from our store is a very special occasion for our customers and us,” Bailey added. “We’re looking forward to welcoming supporters, helping them gear up for the match, and giving visiting fans a taste of home while they’re here.”

— Fousia Abdullahi

Matchup of two of world’s best

1:43 p.m.

This is a showdown that will likely decide Group L, and if recent history, holds one of these teams could very well end up in the semifinals or beyond.

England is No. 4 in the FIFA world rankings, and Croatia is No. 11. England made the semifinals in 2018 and reached the quarterfinals in 2022, and Croatia has been even better, finishing as the runner-up to France in 2018 and making the semifinals in 2022.

— Jim Barnes

A Walmart tailgate

12:56 p.m.

Some Croatia fans have turned to the Walmart parking lot for their pregame tailgate.

— Mac Engel

A birthday message

12:53 p.m.

If there’s a reason to miss your partner’s birthday, the World Cup is not a bad one.

— Mac Engel

Flying the Croatian flag

12:46 p.m.

A brave Croatia fan wearing checkered overalls climbed a barricade carrying a large Croatia flag. With wind gusts up to 19 mph in the area, he had to be held steady by his friends.

Once he realized several fans were watching him, he started a chant and waved the flag through the air. Moments later, the gates opened up, and fans began entering the venue.

— Charles Baggarly

The Stockyards are a big hit with fans

12:15 p.m.

International fans have found the Stockyards, and it’s giving them a great impression of Fort Worth.

Petrović said everything is bright and big in Texas.

“Like from the cars, to the portions, everything, which I’m simply not used to,” he said.

Petrović’s key takeaway from his time in Texas so far is classic cowboy vernacular like “Howdy” and “Thank ye,” both of which he pronounces with an extra syllable at the end.

The only complaint Petrović has had is not being able to walk around with a beer in his hand due to the Texas open container laws.

— Rachel Royster

Heating up

12:14 p.m.

A Croatian contingent just arrived following a large red-and-white checkered flag at Texas Live.

The numbers are about even now between the English and Croatian fans. People in the Loews hotel pool kindly splashed a couple of them with water upon their request.

It’s hot outside Texas Live, and people are looking for relief. But it’s packed inside Texas Live, and there’s a lengthy line to get in, not to mention a $20 cover charge.

— Matt Adams

The scene at Texas Live

11:35 a.m.

It looks like Independence Day at Texas Live, but the sea of red, white and blue comes courtesy of the English and Croatian fans’ jerseys.

English supporter banners are hung on nearly every balcony around the courtyard, and indeed English fans seem to be in the majority here.

The beer is flowing and there’s been some friendly banter between the two sides. Everyone is in good spirits and excited for kickoff.

— Matt Adams

Croatia being heard

11:29 a.m.

Croatia fans pregaming the match with a couple of beers started some spirited chants outside Globe Life Field.

While staying rhythmic and sporting the Croatian flag’s checkers, fans climbed tables or lifted chairs to the sky to showcase their pride.

— Charles Baggarly

Catch up on what happened in AT&T Stadium’s first match

11:15 a.m.

In case you missed it, the Star-Telegram was out in force for Sunday’s first World Cup match at AT&T Stadium, a thrilling 2-2 tie between Japan and the Netherlands.

Read the stories below:

Uhh .. plan your parking ahead of time

10:30 a.m.

Fans going to the matches, it is highly recommended that you set up your parking situation before you head to the stadium.

Star-Telegram columnist Mac Engel spotted a lot charging $300 for a space.

This story was originally published June 17, 2026 at 12:28 PM.