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Croatia

Croatia

Republic of Croatia

FIFA Rank:#10Group:L
Team Summary

Croatia is competing in Group L of the FIFA World Cup 2026. Under UEFA confederation, they are scheduled to play three group stage matches starting on the first week of the tournament.

Croatia Match Schedule

Full Schedule•Qual Scenarios
Match 67•GROUP•Group L
CroatiaCroatia
VS
EnglandEngland
2026-06-13Local: 21:00 | UTC: 04:00
SoFi StadiumLos Angeles
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Match 69•GROUP•Group L
CroatiaCroatia
VS
GhanaGhana
2026-06-18Local: 21:00 | UTC: 01:00
Gillette StadiumBoston
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Match 71•GROUP•Group L
PanamaPanama
VS
CroatiaCroatia
2026-06-23Local: 21:00 | UTC: 02:00
GEHA Field at Arrowhead StadiumKansas City
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Tactical Profile & Squad Strength

Possession-oriented 4-3-3, controlling the tempo through technical midfielders and focusing on patient build-up.

Strengths

  • World-class central midfield
  • Incredible mental toughness
  • Superb defensive organization

Weaknesses

  • Lack of direct wing pace
  • Aging squad core
  • Striker conversion rate

World Cup History

Croatia finished as runners-up in 2018 and placed 3rd in 1998 and 2022, displaying a superb tournament record.

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FAQ: Croatia National Team

Related World Cup Coverage

⚽Group L Table & Results⚽Group L Scenarios⚽Croatia Next Match Info⚽Croatia Route to Final⚽Croatia Qualification Scenarios⚽How to Watch Croatia Live⚽Preview: Group L Matchday 1 fixture.⚽Preview: Group L Matchday 2 fixture.⚽Preview: Group L Matchday 3 fixture.

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