Croatia World Cup 2026: Squad, Fixtures, Results & History
Croatia are competing at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America, in Group B alongside Canada, Morocco, Bosnia & Herzegovina. Here is everything you need to know about Croatia’s 2026 World Cup campaign.
Croatia World Cup 2026: Key Facts
| Confederation | UEFA |
| FIFA Ranking | #10 |
| Group | Group B |
| Group Opponents | Canada, Morocco, Bosnia & Herzegovina |
| Head Coach | Zlatko Dalić |
| Star Player | Luka Modrić |
| World Cup Appearances | 7 |
| Best Result | Runners-up (2018), Third Place (1998, 2022) |
Croatia 2026 World Cup Squad
Croatia named their 26-man squad for the 2026 World Cup on June 2, 2026.
Goalkeepers: Dominik Livaković, Ivica Ivušić, Nediljko Labrović
Defenders: Josip Juranović, Domagoj Vida, Joško Gvardiol, Borna Sosa, Dario Melnjak
Midfielders: Luka Modrić, Marcelo Brozović, Mateo Kovačić, Mario Pašalić, Lovro Majer
Forwards: Ivan Perišić, Andrej Kramarić, Bruno Petković, Marko Livaja, Ante Budimir
Croatia World Cup 2026 Fixtures
| Date | Match | Result |
|---|---|---|
| June 12 | Croatia vs Bosnia & Herzegovina | TBC |
| June 17 | Croatia vs Canada | TBC |
| June 22 | Croatia vs Morocco | TBC |
Key Players to Watch
Luka Modrić
The Real Madrid legend and Ballon d’Or winner makes what is likely his final World Cup at 40 years old. Modrić is still one of the most elegant and intelligent midfielders in the world. His leadership and experience are invaluable for Croatia.
Joško Gvardiol
The Manchester City defender is one of the best centre-backs in world football at just 22 years old. His composure, aerial ability and ball-playing skills make him Croatia’s most important defensive asset and a future captain.
Mateo Kovačić
The Manchester City midfielder is a tireless worker and intelligent passer who complements Modrić perfectly. His Champions League experience and consistency make him a vital cog in Croatia’s midfield.
Croatia World Cup History
Croatia have been one of the great overachievers in World Cup history. A nation of just 4 million people, they finished third in their debut World Cup in 1998, reached the final in 2018 losing to France, and finished third again in 2022 in Qatar. The 2018 team led by Modrić produced one of the most remarkable World Cup runs in recent memory.
How Did Croatia Qualify for World Cup 2026?
Croatia qualified through UEFA European qualifying, finishing top of their group. Despite an ageing squad built around Modrić, they have consistently qualified for major tournaments and perform above expectations.
Croatia World Cup 2026 Prediction
Croatia are one of the most experienced and tactically disciplined teams at World Cup 2026. With Modrić, Kovačić and Gvardiol they still have world-class quality. They will look to advance from Group B which contains Morocco and Canada as the main threats.
Follow this page for live match updates, results and news on Croatia at World Cup 2026. Last updated: June 6, 2026.
