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Zlatko Dalic has resigned as Croatia's head coach after nine years, following their World Cup exit. He led the team to the 2018 World Cup final and third place in 2022, but recent tournaments ended early. The federation thanked him for his contributions.
Luka Modrić, at age 40, delivered an assist for Croatia in a recent match, continuing his enduring impact on the national team.
Luka Modrić delivered another assist in a historic World Cup moment for Croatia, becoming the oldest assist provider in tournament history across five World Cups.
Luka Vuskovic made his senior Croatia debut against England in the World Cup, drawing attention to his potential and future at Tottenham. Despite a mixed performance, the 19-year-old defender remains highly rated across Europe.
BBC Sport's tactics correspondent Umir Irfan analyzes three tactical adjustments that fueled England's 4-2 victory against Croatia.
Harry Kane scored a retaken penalty in England's 4-2 win over Croatia after VAR ruled goalkeeper Dominik Livakovic had come off his line. Kane said he used a stuttered run-up deliberately, knowing Livakovic tends to move early.
Luka Modric, now 40, leads Croatia into the 2026 World Cup opener against England. From a childhood shaped by war to a Ballon d'Or winner, his story mirrors a nation that consistently overachieves on the global stage.
