England faces Croatia test in World Cup qualifier

LONDON: England will aim to put an end to its Croatia jinx on Wednesday when the sides continue their rivalry in Zagreb with World Cup qualifying points at stake.

The Group Six clash stands out on a busy night of action that includes European champion Spain's Group Five tie against Armenia and world champion Italy at home to Georgia.

Russia begins its campaign in Group Four at home to Wales in Moscow while the Netherlands faces a tricky trip to Macedonia in Bert van Marwijk's first competitive match in charge.