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
Match 22GROUPGroup L
England4 - 2
FINALCroatia
2026-06-17Local: 15:00
AT&T StadiumDallas
Match 46GROUPGroup L
Panama0 - 1
FINALCroatia
2026-06-23Local: 19:00
BMO FieldToronto
Match 68GROUPGroup L
Croatia2 - 1
FINALGhana
2026-06-27Local: 17:00
Lincoln Financial FieldPhiladelphia
Match 83R32
Portugal2 - 1
FINALCroatia
2026-07-02Local: 19:00
BMO FieldToronto
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.
FAQ: Croatia National Team
Croatia plays their opening match on 2026-06-17 against ENGLAND.
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.⚽Preview: Round of 32 single-elimination match.