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Slaven Bilić shapes Croatia's new staff, with Modrić's decision and Dalić's departing aides in focus

Find out how Slaven Bilić could rebuild Croatia's coaching staff after Zlatko Dalić's departure. The key issues are the expected exits of Vedran Ćorluka and Danijel Subašić, and the possibility of Luka Modrić joining the staff if he ends his playing career

11.07.2026

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Livaković at a Fenerbahçe crossroads as Nottingham Forest remains the Premier League transfer link again

Follow the transfer situation around Dominik Livaković, the goalkeeper still tied to Fenerbahçe, after loan spells at Girona and Dinamo shifted the picture. The focus is on playing time, a possible Premier League move and his fight to stay Croatia's first-choice keeper

11.07.2026

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Zlatko Dalić leaves Croatia bench after three medals and nearly nine years of historic national success

You follow the end of one of European football's most successful coaching eras: Zlatko Dalić has left Croatia after the 2026 World Cup, with Russia 2018 silver, Qatar 2022 bronze and the 2023 Nations League final defining a lasting national legacy in football

08.07.2026

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Joško Gvardiol under pressure as Croatia defense faces Ghana in crucial World Cup match

Joško Gvardiol and Croatia's defense enter the Ghana match at the 2026 World Cup under major scrutiny. After defeat to England and a narrow win over Panama, Croatia need a stronger defensive response to stay firmly in contention for the knockout stage

24.06.2026

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Croatia victory over Panama, Budimir goal and Modrić 200th cap with Guardian warning

Croatia stayed alive at the 2026 World Cup with a 1-0 win over Panama, as Ante Budimir scored the decisive goal on Luka Modrić’s 200th international appearance. The Guardian praised the vital points but warned that Croatia must find fresh energy to remain competitive on football’s biggest stage

24.06.2026

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Luka Modrić between AC Milan, Dinamo and Real Madrid after talks with Rúben Amorim

Luka Modrić has not yet decided whether he will stay at AC Milan after the 2026 World Cup. A key factor could be his meeting with new coach Rúben Amorim, while carefully managed Serie A minutes, a return to Dinamo or a non-playing role at Real Madrid remain possible paths

23.06.2026

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Croatia national team against Panama in Toronto with fan support and state presence at World Cup 2026

Croatia face Panama in Toronto in a crucial Group L match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. After the defeat against England attention turns to the team response fan support and the symbolic presence of senior state officials as the national side seeks points to keep its tournament hopes alive

22.06.2026

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Dalić returns Croatia to a familiar system against Panama, with Budimir starting in key World Cup 2026 match

Zlatko Dalić is set to move Croatia back to a four-man defence after the 4-2 defeat by England. In the Group L match against Panama, the focus is on set pieces, balance in midfield and the decision to start Ante Budimir in attack. A win would put Croatia back in control of its World Cup 2026 knockout-stage hopes

19.06.2026

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Croatia after 4-2 defeat to England, Modrić under scrutiny and Panama as a crucial World Cup test ahead

Croatia’s 4-2 defeat to England in the opening match of the 2026 World Cup raised questions about the midfield, defence and Luka Modrić’s role. After a difficult start in Group L, the Panama match becomes vital for Croatia’s hopes, while Ghana could decide second place or a route through the best third-placed teams

18.06.2026

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England vs Croatia in Dallas: Tuchel prepares surprises for the World Cup opening match

England and Croatia open Group L at the 2026 World Cup in Dallas, with Thomas Tuchel reportedly preparing a faster, more intense and disciplined starting lineup. Jude Bellingham is expected to play behind Harry Kane, while Noni Madueke and Anthony Gordon could start on the wings

17.06.2026

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Dario Šarić returns to Anadolu Efes after NBA spell as major EuroLeague reinforcement

Dario Šarić is returning to Anadolu Efes after ten years, signing a two-year contract with an option for another season. The Croatian captain comes back to Istanbul as a major reinforcement for a club aiming to rebuild its EuroLeague ambitions after a difficult campaign

16.06.2026

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Clément Turpin to referee England and Croatia in Dallas as Tuchel row returns to spotlight

French referee Clément Turpin will take charge of England against Croatia at the World Cup in Dallas. The Group L opener carries major sporting weight, while extra attention comes from Turpin’s past clash with Thomas Tuchel after Bayern’s Champions League meeting with Manchester City in 2023

16.06.2026

Croatia National Team

Articles with this tag

Slaven Bilić shapes Croatia's new staff, with Modrić's decision and Dalić's departing aides in focus

Livaković at a Fenerbahçe crossroads as Nottingham Forest remains the Premier League transfer link again

Zlatko Dalić leaves Croatia bench after three medals and nearly nine years of historic national success

Joško Gvardiol under pressure as Croatia defense faces Ghana in crucial World Cup match

Croatia victory over Panama, Budimir goal and Modrić 200th cap with Guardian warning

Luka Modrić between AC Milan, Dinamo and Real Madrid after talks with Rúben Amorim

Croatia national team against Panama in Toronto with fan support and state presence at World Cup 2026

Dalić returns Croatia to a familiar system against Panama, with Budimir starting in key World Cup 2026 match

Croatia after 4-2 defeat to England, Modrić under scrutiny and Panama as a crucial World Cup test ahead

England vs Croatia in Dallas: Tuchel prepares surprises for the World Cup opening match

Dario Šarić returns to Anadolu Efes after NBA spell as major EuroLeague reinforcement

Clément Turpin to referee England and Croatia in Dallas as Tuchel row returns to spotlight

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