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Sat, Jun 27, 05:00 PM
Drew Thomas Fischer
Croatia
2 - 1
Full time
Ghana

Momentum & Key Stats

0'45'90'
53%
Possession
47%
0.46
Expected Goals (xG)
0.73
8
Total Shots
6
9
Touches Opp. Box
8
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Match Events

  • Petar Sucicassist by Mateo Kovacic
    31'
    1-0
  • 46'
    🔁
    Kojo Peprah Oppongsub for Jonas Adjetey
  • 46'
    🔁
    Abdul Fatawusub for Elisha Owusu
  • Igor Matanovicsub for Ante Budimir
    66'
    🔁
  • Ivan Perisic
    68'
    🟨
  • 71'
    🔁
    Brandon Thomas-Asantesub for Jordan Ayew
  • 71'
    🔁
    Ernest Nuamahsub for Kamaldeen Sulemana
  • 73'
    1-1
    Derrick Luckassenassist by Ernest Nuamah
  • Mario Pasalicsub for Mateo Kovacic
    78'
    🔁
  • Nikola Vlasicassist by Luka Modric
    83'
    2-1
  • 85'
    🔁
    Caleb Yirenkyisub for Kwasi Sibo
  • Marco Pasalicsub for Martin Baturina
    88'
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  • Josko Gvardiolsub for Nikola Vlasic
    88'
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  • 90+4'
    🟨
    Kojo Peprah Oppong

Lineups

4-2-3-1
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Dominik Livakovic
Livakovic
2
Josip Stanisic
Stanisic
6
Josip Sutalo
Sutalo
3
Marin Pongracic
Pongracic
14
Ivan Perisic
Perisic
10
Luka Modric
Modric
8
Mateo Kovacic
Kovacic
17
Petar Sucic
Sucic
13
Nikola Vlasic
Vlasic
16
Martin Baturina
Baturina
11
Ante Budimir
Budimir

Bench

Mario PasalicDefensive Midfielder
15
Josko GvardiolCenter Back
4
Marco PasalicRight Midfielder
24
12
Duje Caleta-CarCenter Back
5
Luka VuskovicCenter Back
22
Martin ErlicCenter Back
25
Andrej KramaricAttacking Midfielder
9
Kristijan JakicDefensive Midfielder
18
Luka SucicAttacking Midfielder
21
Nikola MoroDefensive Midfielder
7
Toni FrukAttacking Midfielder
19
Petar MusaStriker
26
21
Abdul FatawuRight Winger
7
24
10
Caleb YirenkyiCentral Midfielder
3
12
Abdul Mumindefender
6
Alidu SeiduCenter Back
2
Jerome OpokuCenter Back
18
Christopher Bonsu BaahLeft Midfielder
13
Augustine BoakyeRight Winger
20
Iñaki WilliamsRight Winger
19
Prince AduStriker
25

About the Match

Fixture Preview: Croatia vs Ghana Standings & Form

In a crucial fixture, Croatia takes on Ghana in the current phase of World Cup (3). The battleground is set at Philadelphia Stadium (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) on Sat, Jun 27, 2026 at 21:00 UTC. With both managers seeking key tactical advantages, this match is vital for season progression. Explore expected lineups, referee insights, and pre-match stats on this page.

Head-to-Head Record & Form Analysis

Historical data shows that in their last 1 head-to-head encounters, Croatia secured 1 win(s), while Ghana claimed victory in 0 match(es), and 0 draw(s) were recorded. Both clubs enter this match seeking maximum points to fuel their campaign goals. Reviewing recent form is key for pre-match predictions, and FotLive makes it easy to compare team performance, recent goal tallies, and defensive resilience ahead of kickoff.

Starting Lineups & Tactical Formations

Croatia is expected to deploy a 4-2-3-1 formation, with key players including Dominik Livakovic, Josip Stanisic, Josip Sutalo, Marin Pongracic, Ivan Perisic, Luka Modric, Mateo Kovacic, Petar Sucic, Nikola Vlasic, Martin Baturina, Ante Budimir spearheading the attack. On the other side, Ghana will counter with a 4-1-2-3 lineup, featuring stars such as Benjamin Asare, Marvin Senaya, Jonas Adjetey, Derrick Luckassen, Gideon Mensah, Thomas Partey, Elisha Owusu, Kwasi Sibo, Antoine Semenyo, Jordan Ayew, Kamaldeen Sulemana. The tactical battle in midfield will likely dictate the tempo and outcome of this match.

Match Summary & Post-Game Analysis

The match concluded with a final score of 2 - 1, resulting in a Croatia victory. Key goals were registered by Petar Sucic (31'), Derrick Luckassen (73'), Nikola Vlasic (83'). The match delivered high drama and outstanding individual performances. For a deeper tactical analysis, check the statistics tab to see detailed analytics on possession, shots on target, passes completed, and individual player ratings.

Where to Watch: TV and Streaming Details

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Match Facts

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StadiumPhiladelphia Stadium, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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RefereeDrew Thomas Fischer

Standings Table - Group L

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Insights & Facts

Croatia likely need a win to guarantee progression from Group L
Croatia conceded four goals against England in their opening match
Croatia conceded four against England but responded with a clean sheet versus Panama
Croatia scored three in two World Cup matches, but Ghana boast the tournament's best defence
Ghana top Group L with four points, one more than Croatia before this decider
A draw secures a first World Cup knockout-stage appearance since 2010
Ghana have not conceded a goal in this World Cup, keeping clean sheets in both matches
Ghana held England to 0-0 despite just 21.2% possession and generating only 0.17 xG
Ghana have conceded zero goals in two World Cup matches, including a shutout of England