Croatia

UEFA • UEFA

Tournament Outlook

Quarter-finals to Semi-finals. Never count Croatia out.

Best World Cup Result: Runners-up (2018)

About Croatia

The small nation that keeps overachieving. Croatia reached the 2018 Final and took third in 2022. With Modrić in his twilight, one more dance remains.

Playing Style: Midfield-dominant possession football. Technical excellence in the center of the park.

Key Players

Midfielder

Luka Modrić

Real Madrid

Defender

Joško Gvardiol

Manchester City

Strengths & Weaknesses

Strengths

Midfield quality
Tournament experience
Overachieving DNA
Gvardiol in defense

Weaknesses

Aging core
Striker inconsistency
Depth

World Cup Schedule

vs England

vs Panama

vs Ghana

Lincoln Financial Field

Fun Facts

⚽Population of 4 million, two World Cup medals in 4 years
⚽Modrić won Ballon d'Or in 2018
⚽Every World Cup since 1998 except 2010

Team Info

FIFA Code: CRO
Confederation: UEFA
World Cup Appearances: 7
Group: Group L

Fan Culture

Croatian fans punch above their weight just like their team. Passionate and proud.

Known as: Vatreni (The Blazers)

Famous Chants:

Hrvatska!