Despite being drawn in a tough-looking Group D, Croatia will enter this summer’s World Cup in Russia with high hopes of making an impact.
A star-studded squad boasts players on the books of Barcelona, Real Madrid, Juventus, Inter Milan, Liverpool and Atletico Madrid, with the individual talent available undeniable.
However, it is coach Zlatko Dalic’s job to find a starting XI that will work cohesively and harness the ability at Croatia’s disposal.
Croatia’s 2018 World Cup Group Matches
Croatia vs Nigeria, 17 June 2018, 3pm UK time
Argentina vs Croatia, 21 June 2018, 7pm UK time
Iceland vs Croatia, 26 June 2018, 7pm UK time
Croatia 2018 World Cup Squad
The offensive talent available to Croatia is impressive and fitting all of their star men in midfield and attack into the team looks impossible.