The Croatian men's football team, as of October 6, is currently ranked 12th in the world.
The runner-up of the last World Cup and the biggest dark horse of the World Cup in Russia. In the European qualifiers, they were challenged by Russia. The two sides clenched on points and did not overwhelm Russia by one point until the final round to advance to #2022 World Cup#.
Four years ago, the 33-year-old Modric carried Croatia all the way to the final, losing to France. He also has Rakitic and Mandzukic by his side. Today, four years later, it is still Modric who carries Croatia forward, but the number representing his age has become 37. It is not only the age that has changed, but also the teammates around him, who have become powerful stars such as Kovacic and Brozovic who are both offensive and defensive. Croatia's midfield is still so reassuring and still a world-class midfield combination.
In this World Cup, Croatia will compete with Belgium, Morocco and Canada for two places in the round of 16. Croatia, which is significantly stronger than Morocco and Canada, will challenge seeded Belgium for top spot in the group. It is predicted that this year's Croatia will have a hard time replicating the glory group qualification four years ago in the round of 16.