Croatia
Zlatko Dalić
HRZlatko Dalić (Croatian pronunciation: [zlâtko dǎːlitɕ]; born 26 October 1966) is a Croatian professional football manager and former player. He has been the manager of the Croatia national team since 2017. He has been the manager of Croatia since 2017 and led them to a second and third place finish at the 2018 and 2022 FIFA World Cups, respectively, along with qualifications for UEFA Euro 2020 and UEFA Euro 2024. He has consequently been regarded as the greatest manager in the team's history.
- 2018 FIFA World Cup Runner-up
- 2022 FIFA World Cup Third Place
- 2023 Nations League Runner-up
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GK 2022 World Cup penalty shootout hero. Currently plying his trade at Lyon, a commanding presence between the posts, Dominik Livaković is known for sharp reflexes and assured shot-stopping, serving as the last line of defense for Croatia. Has earned 55 international caps, making him one of the most experienced goalkeepers in the squad. Set to compete with Croatia at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 6 previous tournament appearances.
GK Rijeka goalkeeper and Croatia's third-choice keeper. Currently plying his trade at Benfica, a commanding presence between the posts, Nediljko Labrović is known for sharp reflexes and assured shot-stopping, serving as the last line of defense for Croatia. Has earned 5 international caps, an emerging talent on the international stage. Set to compete with Croatia at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 6 previous tournament appearances.
GK Panathinaikos goalkeeper and Croatia's backup keeper. Currently plying his trade at Pafos FC, a commanding presence between the posts, Ivica Ivušić is known for sharp reflexes and assured shot-stopping, serving as the last line of defense for Croatia. Has earned 10 international caps. Set to compete with Croatia at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 6 previous tournament appearances.
DF Bayern Munich right-back and a young Croatian international. Currently plying his trade at Bayer Leverkusen, a dependable defender, Josip Stanišić combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Croatia's backline. Has earned 15 international caps, scoring 1 goal. Set to compete with Croatia at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 6 previous tournament appearances.
DF Lyon centre-back and a regular in Croatia's defence. Currently plying his trade at Lyon, a dependable defender, Duje Ćaleta-Car combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Croatia's backline. Has earned 35 international caps, scoring 2 goals. Set to compete with Croatia at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 6 previous tournament appearances.
DF Ajax centre-back and one of Croatia's young defensive talents. Currently plying his trade at Ajax, a dependable defender, Josip Šutalo combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Croatia's backline. Has earned 15 international caps, scoring 1 goal. Set to compete with Croatia at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 6 previous tournament appearances.
DF Bologna centre-back and a defensive option for Croatia. Currently plying his trade at Sassuolo, a dependable defender, Martin Erlić combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Croatia's backline. Has earned 10 international caps. Set to compete with Croatia at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 6 previous tournament appearances.
DF Fenerbahçe centre-back and a Croatian international. Currently plying his trade at Rennes, a dependable defender, Marin Pongračić combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Croatia's backline. Has earned 15 international caps. Set to compete with Croatia at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 6 previous tournament appearances.
DF Ajax left-back and Croatia's first-choice on the left flank. Currently plying his trade at Ajax, a dependable defender, Borna Sosa combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Croatia's backline. Has earned 25 international caps, scoring 2 goals. Set to compete with Croatia at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 6 previous tournament appearances.
DF Manchester City centre-back and Croatia's defensive cornerstone. Currently plying his trade at Manchester City, a dependable defender, Joško Gvardiol combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Croatia's backline. Has earned 45 international caps, scoring 4 goals, building significant international experience. Set to compete with Croatia at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 6 previous tournament appearances.
MF Atalanta midfielder and a Croatian international. Currently plying his trade at Atalanta, an industrious midfielder, Mario Pašalić excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Croatia. Has earned 50 international caps, scoring 5 goals, building significant international experience. Set to compete with Croatia at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 6 previous tournament appearances.
MF Manchester City midfielder and Croatia's technical fulcrum. Currently plying his trade at Manchester City, an industrious midfielder, Mateo Kovačić excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Croatia. Has earned 100 international caps, scoring 5 goals, making him one of the most senior figures in the squad. Set to compete with Croatia at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 6 previous tournament appearances.
MF 2018 Ballon d'Or winner and Croatia's greatest ever player. Currently plying his trade at Real Madrid, an industrious midfielder, Luka Modrić excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Croatia. Has earned 178 international caps, scoring 25 goals, making him one of the most senior figures in the squad. Born in 1985, the 40-year-old veteran continues to compete at the highest level, bringing invaluable experience and professionalism. Set to compete with Croatia at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 6 previous tournament appearances.
MF Al Nassr midfielder and Croatia's midfield metronome. Currently plying his trade at Al-Nassr, an industrious midfielder, Marcelo Brozović excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Croatia. Has earned 105 international caps, scoring 8 goals, making him one of the most senior figures in the squad. Set to compete with Croatia at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 6 previous tournament appearances.
MF Dinamo Zagreb midfielder and one of Croatia's brightest young talents. Currently plying his trade at Dinamo Zagreb, an industrious midfielder, Martin Baturina excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Croatia. Has earned 15 international caps, scoring 1 goal. Set to compete with Croatia at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 6 previous tournament appearances.
MF Wolfsburg midfielder and Croatia's creative playmaker. Currently plying his trade at Wolfsburg, an industrious midfielder, Lovro Majer excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Croatia. Has earned 30 international caps, scoring 4 goals. Set to compete with Croatia at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 6 previous tournament appearances.
MF Real Sociedad midfielder tipped as the next Modrić for Croatia. Currently plying his trade at Real Sociedad, an industrious midfielder, Luka Sučić excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Croatia. Has earned 20 international caps, scoring 3 goals. Set to compete with Croatia at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 6 previous tournament appearances.
MF Torino midfielder and an attacking option for Croatia. Currently plying his trade at Torino, an industrious midfielder, Nikola Vlašić excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Croatia. Has earned 35 international caps, scoring 4 goals. Set to compete with Croatia at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 6 previous tournament appearances.
FW Hajduk Split winger and a Croatian legend with over 130 caps. Currently plying his trade at Hajduk Split, a clinical forward, Ivan Perišić possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Croatia's primary attacking threat. Has earned 130 international caps, scoring 34 goals. Born in 1989, the 37-year-old veteran continues to compete at the highest level, bringing invaluable experience and professionalism. Set to compete with Croatia at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 6 previous tournament appearances.
FW Hoffenheim forward and one of Croatia's all-time top scorers. Currently plying his trade at Hoffenheim, a clinical forward, Andrej Kramarić possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Croatia's primary attacking threat. Has earned 100 international caps, scoring 29 goals. Born in 1991, the 34-year-old veteran continues to compete at the highest level, bringing invaluable experience and professionalism. Set to compete with Croatia at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 6 previous tournament appearances.
FW Osasuna forward and a reliable option in Croatia's attack. Currently plying his trade at Osasuna, a clinical forward, Ante Budimir possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Croatia's primary attacking threat. Has earned 45 international caps, scoring 12 goals. Born in 1991, the 34-year-old veteran continues to compete at the highest level, bringing invaluable experience and professionalism. Set to compete with Croatia at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 6 previous tournament appearances.
FW Dinamo Zagreb striker who scored a crucial equalizer in the 2022 World Cup quarter-final against Brazil. Currently plying his trade at Dinamo Zagreb, a clinical forward, Bruno Petković possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Croatia's primary attacking threat. Has earned 35 international caps, scoring 4 goals. Set to compete with Croatia at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 6 previous tournament appearances.
FW Eintracht Frankfurt forward and a promising young Croatian striker. Currently plying his trade at Eintracht Frankfurt, a clinical forward, Igor Matanović possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Croatia's primary attacking threat. Has earned 8 international caps, scoring 2 goals. Born in 2003, the 22-year-old is already making waves at the international level, with an exciting career ahead. Set to compete with Croatia at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 6 previous tournament appearances.