Croatia
The story
Qualified through a competitive confederation campaign with a balanced squad of European-based regulars and emerging domestic talent.
How they got here
Held off the Czechs to top their UEFA group on head-to-head tiebreak.
Expectations
Targeting a place in the knockout round and the chance to spoil a favorite's run.
Manager & key players
Group L
Upcoming matches
Latest news & commentary
updated daily- Aug 1Press
Local press has zeroed in on midfield balance — depth behind the regular starters remains the open question.
- Jul 30Build-up
Croatia take on a friendly opponent at home next week — a final dress rehearsal before the tournament window opens.
- Jul 28Injury
Squad announcement pending trained without restriction on Tuesday and is expected to be available for the opener.
- Jul 26Squad
— is weighing a 26-player list with two uncapped call-ups pushing for late inclusion.
- Jul 24Camp
Croatia open their pre-tournament camp this week with a full-squad fitness block before the first friendly.