England begin their World Cup 2026 journey against Croatia tonight, and Sussex will be watching. From Brighton and Hove to Worthing, Burgess Hill and Haywards Heath, this guide brings together key places showing the match, addresses, travel tips and safe late-night taxi advice.
England face Croatia in their opening Group L match at the FIFA World Cup 2026. The game is scheduled for Wednesday 17 June 2026, with kick-off at 9pm UK time.
World Cup 2026 Group L opener.
Perfect evening kick-off for pubs, fan zones, restaurants and homes across Sussex.
Brighton, Hove and Sussex are ready to back the Three Lions.
Here are useful confirmed or relevant places across Sussex showing England World Cup matches, with addresses to help supporters plan their journey. Always check with the venue before travelling because entry, booking rules and capacity can change on match day.
| Venue | Town / Area | Address | Why It Matters | Official / Venue Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mash Tun | Brighton City Centre | 1 Church Street, Brighton, BN1 1UE | VisitBrighton lists England v Croatia as a World Cup event at Mash Tun. | View listing |
| The Walrus | Brighton Lanes | 10 Ship Street, Brighton | Official event page lists FIFA World Cup 2026: England v Croatia, 9pm to 11pm. | View event |
| The King & Queen | Brighton | 13-17 Marlborough Place, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 1UB | Brighton sports bar with World Cup 2026 match listings and England v Croatia coverage. | View World Cup page |
| Barbara’s Bier Haus | Brighton West Street | 79 West Street, Brighton, BN1 2RA | Official page lists England v Croatia, England v Ghana and Panama v England fixtures. | View venue page |
| Ancient Mariner | Hove | 59 Rutland Road, Hove, BN3 5FE | Hove pub screening England fixtures live, including England v Croatia at 9pm. | View World Cup page |
| The Station | Hove Station Area | 100 Goldstone Villas, Hove, East Sussex, BN3 3RU | Greene King venue promoting England’s first group game against Croatia. | View World Cup page |
| The Railway | Burgess Hill | Station Road, Burgess Hill, West Sussex, RH15 9DQ | Burgess Hill pub promoting World Cup 2026 coverage. | View World Cup page |
| The Star | Haywards Heath | 1 The Broadway, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH16 3AQ | Haywards Heath venue promoting England’s first group game against Croatia. | View World Cup page |
| Burrell Arms | Haywards Heath | Commercial Square, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH16 1EA | Local sports pub with World Cup 2026 match coverage promoted by Greene King. | View World Cup page |
| Thieves’ Kitchen | Worthing | 10-12 Warwick Street, Worthing, West Sussex, BN11 3DL | Worthing pub promoting World Cup 2026 viewing and big-match atmosphere. | View World Cup page |
Brighton and Hove are likely to be among the busiest Sussex areas for England’s opening World Cup match. City-centre venues, West Street, The Lanes, Hove Station and neighbourhood pubs are all strong options for supporters.
A central Brighton option listed on VisitBrighton for England v Croatia. Good for supporters travelling from Brighton Station, North Laine, Churchill Square and the seafront.
A Brighton Lanes venue with a listed England v Croatia World Cup event. Useful for supporters around Ship Street, The Lanes, seafront hotels and central Brighton.
A well-known Brighton sports venue, useful for groups looking for a bigger match-day atmosphere near the city centre.
A Hove option showing England matches live. Good for local supporters around Rutland Road, Poets Corner and the Hove Station area.
England matches can make town centres, seafront routes and station areas busier than normal. If you are planning to watch the game in Brighton, Hove, Worthing, Burgess Hill or Haywards Heath, book your return journey early.
Many venues recommend booking or arriving before kick-off. England games often fill quickly, especially in central Brighton and Hove.
A 9pm kick-off means the match ends late. Allow extra time for crowds leaving pubs, bars, restaurants and fan zones.
If you are travelling as a group, request a suitable vehicle in advance, especially for Hove, Brighton seafront, Worthing and Haywards Heath.
Sussex Airports Taxis provides pre-booked local taxis, airport transfers and long-distance journeys across Brighton, Hove and Sussex. Whether you are watching the match in the city centre, meeting friends in Hove or travelling back from a Sussex pub, plan your journey before kick-off.
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These are some of the most useful journeys for supporters watching England v Croatia across Sussex.
Useful for Mash Tun, The Walrus, West Street, North Laine, Brighton Station and seafront hotels.
Useful for Ancient Mariner, The Station, Hove Station, Poets Corner and local pubs showing the match.
Useful for Worthing town centre, Warwick Street and late-night return journeys after the game.
Useful for The Railway, Burgess Hill Station, residential pickups and group travel.
Useful for The Star, Burrell Arms, Haywards Heath Station and nearby villages.
Useful for passengers arriving late, airport hotels, and visitors travelling from Gatwick to Sussex after the match.
England v Croatia is more than just an opening match. It is a fixture with history, pressure and national attention. For supporters in Sussex, it is also a night to come together, fill the pubs, support local venues and back the Three Lions.
Opening matches set the tone. A strong start can lift the country, build belief and bring people together around the same moment.
Brighton, Hove, Worthing, Burgess Hill and Haywards Heath all have places where supporters can watch, celebrate and travel home safely.
England v Croatia is scheduled for Wednesday 17 June 2026 at 9pm UK time.
Confirmed and relevant Brighton options include Mash Tun, The Walrus, The King & Queen and Barbara’s Bier Haus. Always check with the venue before travelling.
Hove options include Ancient Mariner and The Station. These venues are useful for supporters around Hove Station, Poets Corner and central Hove.
Yes. Sussex Airports Taxis provides pre-booked local taxis and airport transfers across Brighton, Hove and Sussex. Booking early is recommended on England match nights.
Yes. Sussex Airports Taxis covers Gatwick Airport transfers as well as journeys between Gatwick, Brighton, Hove and nearby Sussex towns.
No. This is an independent local travel and supporters guide created by Sussex Airports Taxis to help people plan their evening in Sussex.
