Modrić, Gvardiol, Kovačić, and Stanišić join the Vatreni in Rijeka today, the American story can begin!

The Croatian national football team is nearing full strength as several key players are set to join the squad in Rijeka. Captain Luka Modrić, along with Joško Gvardiol, Mateo Kovačić, and Josip Stanišić, are expected to arrive at the team's base on Rujevica, marking the completion of the team's assembly.

Their arrival signifies the commencement of the final phase of preparations, with coach Zlatko Dalić gaining access to his complete roster. This allows for focused work on tactical strategies and refining team dynamics ahead of upcoming challenges.

Earlier in the preparations, goalkeeper Dominik Livaković, forward Andrej Kramarić, and winger Marco Pašalić shared their initial thoughts with the press. They emphasized the unique feeling of representing the national team and expressed a clear focus on the upcoming matches, including final tests against Belgium and Slovenia.

With the full squad now available, Dalić can dedicate his attention to fine-tuning tactical elements and ensuring seamless integration of all players. The team's objective is to be fully prepared for their journey to the United States, aiming to perform at their best.