Here’s what happened last time England played Croatia at the World Cup

Eight years ago during a highly charged World Cup match in London, tensions between England and Croatia reached a boiling point, culminating in an incident where a beer was thrown at a fan on live television. This incident highlighted the intense rivalry and passionate atmosphere that surrounds matches between these two national teams. Such historical context underscores the significance of their upcoming encounter, as both teams and their supporters are keenly aware of the charged dynamics that have shaped their previous interactions on the global stage.