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Croatia

Quick Overview

Astonishing over-achievers: finalists in 2018 and third in 2022 from a country of under four million. Masterminded for years by midfield maestro Luka Modric, Croatia are the ultimate tournament team.

Players to Watch
Sources & References
  1. FIFA Men's World Ranking(accessed 2026-05-31)
  2. 2026 FIFA World Cup — Wikipedia(accessed 2026-05-31)