Croatia Opens World Cup With Loss
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Croatia began their 2026 World Cup campaign with a 4-2 loss to England in Dallas. Coach Zlatko Dalić cited key tactical errors and defensive lapses as reasons for the defeat. The match was part of the group stage openers, which also featured other prominent teams.
Croatia's Modric questions VAR after World Cup exit
- Luka Modric questioned the VAR's application after Croatia's elimination from the 2026 World Cup by Portugal. - He specifically cited a disallowed goal for Josko Gvardiol and a penalty awarded to Portugal. - Modric expressed frustration with inconsistent VAR criteria, particularly in close calls and potential fouls.
World Cup 2026: Explanation for Croatia's disallowed goal – What the ball's sensors showed
- FIFA has explained the controversial disallowed goal for Croatia against Portugal in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, citing "Connected Ball Technology." - Sensors within the official match ball, Trio…
Martínez: Portugal 'starts the second World Cup' after beating Croatia
- Portugal defeated Croatia 2-1 in the 2026 World Cup round of 16, with Goncalo Ramos scoring the winning goal in the 94th minute. - Coach Roberto Martínez emphasized the team's intensity, pride, and …
Matanović Confirms Hair Contact on Disallowed Goal in Croatia's World Cup Exit
- Croatia lost to Portugal 1-2 in the Round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup, with a late equalizer for Portugal. - A Croatian goal in stoppage time was disallowed after VAR determined Igor Matanović touch…
World Cup 2026: Portugal beats Croatia in stoppage time, Spain cruises past Austria
- Portugal defeated Croatia 2-1 in a thrilling Round of 16 match, with Gonçalo Ramos scoring the winning goal in stoppage time. - Cristiano Ronaldo scored his first knockout stage goal via penalty, eq…
VAR Drama Sees Portugal Edge Croatia 2-1 to Reach World Cup Last 16
- Portugal defeated Croatia 2-1 in a dramatic Round of 16 match at the 2026 World Cup, securing their place in the next round. - The game featured three VAR decisions that significantly impacted the f…
Portugal Squeezes Past Croatia into World Cup Round of 16 After Dramatic Late Winner
- Portugal narrowly defeated Croatia 2-1 to advance to the Round of 16 in the 2026 World Cup. - Croatia initially led with a goal from Ivan Perišić before Cristiano Ronaldo equalized from a penalty. -…
Live: Portugal vs. Croatia in the 2026 World Cup Round of 32
- Portugal and Croatia are set to face off in a crucial Round of 32 match in the 2026 World Cup. - The match will take place at Toronto Stadium in Canada, with both teams aiming to advance to the Roun…
World Cup 2026: Toronto ablaze with Portuguese fervor before Portugal-Croatia match
- Toronto is buzzing with excitement ahead of the Portugal vs. Croatia World Cup 2026 match at BMO Field. - Thousands of Portuguese fans have filled the city's streets, creating a vibrant football atm…
Portugal Ousts Croatia in VAR Drama, Modric's World Cup Journey Ends
- Portugal defeated Croatia 2-1 in a dramatic 2026 World Cup Round of 32 match, with a late goal by Josko Gvardiol disallowed by VAR. - The victory ends Luka Modric's World Cup journey while Cristiano…