Croatia’s Euro 2020 campaign features a powerful midfield led by Real Madrid’s Luka Modric and Chelsea’s Mateo Kovacic. They are joined by Marcelo Brozovic, Ante Rebic, and Ivan Perisic, all veterans of the 2018 World Cup final. Completing the squad is Luton Town goalkeeper Simon Sluga, who is set to be the back-up to Dominik Livakovic.
Croatia faced a tough start to the tournament, suffering a 1-0 loss to England in their opening match. However, they fought back in their second match, drawing 1-1 with the Czech Republic. Their hopes for a successful tournament were rekindled with a decisive 3-1 victory over Scotland. This impressive performance allowed them to secure second place in Group D, earning them a spot in the knockout stage.
The Heart of the Team: Luka Modric
Croatia’s hopes for success at Euro 2020 rest heavily on the shoulders of Luka Modric. The Real Madrid legend and Croatia captain is widely regarded as the greatest Croatian footballer of all time. Modric, who played a pivotal role in Croatia’s journey to the 2018 World Cup final, is known for his remarkable talent and leadership qualities. He will be eager to lead his team to even greater heights in this tournament.
Despite a slight dip in form after the 2018 World Cup, Modric has returned to his best form, ready to once again dominate the international stage. He will be a key factor in Croatia’s chances against Spain in the last 16.
The Full Croatian Squad: A Blend of Veterans and Newcomers
Croatia’s Euro 2020 squad is a mix of experienced players and promising newcomers. Here’s a complete list of the players representing Croatia in the tournament:
Goalkeepers: Dominik Livakovic, Simon Sluga
Defenders: Domagoj Vida, Dejan Lovren, Borna Sosa, Josip Juranovic, Šime Vrsaljko, Marko Livaja
Midfielders: Luka Modric, Mateo Kovacic, Marcelo Brozovic, Nikola Vlasic, Mario Pasalic, Luka Ivanusec, Kristijan Jakic
Forwards: Ivan Perisic, Ante Rebic, Andrej Kramaric, Bruno Petkovic, Mislav Orsic
Croatia is aiming to build on their 2018 World Cup success and make a strong showing at Euro 2020. The team’s strong midfield, anchored by the veteran leadership of Luka Modric, is a formidable force. With a blend of experience and emerging talent, Croatia is poised to make a deep run in the tournament.
