Match report
Croatia Defeats Czech Republic 5-1 in World Cup Qualification
Croatia
5–1
FT
Czech Republic
Jun 9, 2025
Croatia secured a commanding 5-1 victory over the Czech Republic in their World Cup Qualification match on June 9, 2025, in a game where they showcased strong offensive play and defensive resilience. The match began with a cancelled goal for Croatia due to VAR intervention, but they quickly rebounded, with A. Kramaric leading the charge with two goals. Luka Modrić and Ivan Perišić also found the back of the net, and A. Budimir added another in a penalty. Czech Republic's T. Soudek scored their l
Key Facts
- • Final Score: Croatia 5-1 Czech Republic
- • A. Kramaric scored twice and provided an assist
- • Luka Modrić scored from a penalty
- • Ivan Perišić and A. Budimir also scored
- • T. Soudek netted for the Czech Republic
- • Several substitutions were made late in the match
Lineups
Croatia
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 1 D. Livakovic (G)
- 2 J. Stanisic (D)
- 6 J. Sutalo (D)
- 5 D. Caleta-Car (D)
- 4 J. Gvardiol (D)
- 10 L. Modric (M)
- 17 P. Sucic (M)
- 14 I. Perisic (M)
- 9 A. Kramaric (M)
- 15 M. Pasalic (M)
- 11 A. Budimir (F)
Substitutes
- 12 D. Kotarski
- 23 I. Ivusic
- 3 M. Pongracic
- 7 L. Majer
- 8 M. Pasalic
- 13 N. Moro
- 16 M. Baturina
- 18 K. Jakic
- 19 L. Vuskovic
- 20 F. Ivanovic
- 21 T. Fruk
- 22 J. Juranovic
Czech Republic
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 16 M. Kovar (G)
- 5 V. Coufal (D)
- 3 T. Holes (D)
- 7 L. Krejci (D)
- 20 J. Zeleny (D)
- 8 M. Sadilek (M)
- 22 T. Soucek (M)
- 17 V. Cerny (M)
- 15 P. Sulc (M)
- 14 L. Provod (M)
- 10 P. Schick (F)
Substitutes
- 1 J. Stanek
- 23 M. Jedlicka
- 2 D. Zima
- 4 V. Jemelka
- 6 M. Vitik
- 9 F. Zorvan
- 11 V. Kusej
- 12 L. Cerv
- 13 D. Doudera
- 18 J. Boril
- 19 T. Chory
- 21 A. Kral
Timeline
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12' Croatia Var · Goal cancelledJ. Gvardiol
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42' Croatia Goal · Normal GoalA. Kramaric · Assist: J. Gvardiol
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58' Czech Republic Goal · Normal GoalT. Souček · Assist: Ladislav Krejčí
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61' Croatia Var · Penalty confirmedA. Budimir
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62' Croatia Goal · PenaltyL. Modrić
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66' Czech Republic Card · Yellow CardVladimír Coufal
Foul
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66' Czech Republic subst · Substitution 1Off: V. Cerny · On: V. Kusej
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68' Croatia Goal · Normal GoalIvan Perišić · Assist: A. Kramaric
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70' Czech Republic Card · Yellow CardT. Holes
Handball
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72' Croatia Goal · PenaltyA. Budimir
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75' Croatia Goal · Normal GoalA. Kramaric · Assist: L. Modrić
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76' Croatia subst · Substitution 1Off: A. Budimir · On: F. Ivanovic
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77' Czech Republic subst · Substitution 2Off: P. Schick · On: T. Chory
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77' Czech Republic subst · Substitution 3Off: M. Sadilek · On: A. Kral
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81' Croatia subst · Substitution 2Off: L. Modrić · On: N. Moro
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81' Croatia subst · Substitution 3Off: A. Kramaric · On: K. Jakic
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88' Czech Republic subst · Substitution 4Off: L. Provod · On: D. Doudera
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88' Croatia subst · Substitution 5Off: D. Caleta-Car · On: L. Vuskovic
Match Stats
| Stat | Croatia | Czech Republic |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 3 | 11 |
| Pass Accuracy | 88% | 75% |
| Offsides | 3 | 1 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 18 | 14 |
| Corners | 0 | 6 |
| Total Passes | 532 | 330 |
| Yellow Cards | 0 | 2 |
| Blocked Shots | 5 | 6 |
| Shots on Target | 11 | 5 |
| xG | — | — |
| Shots off Target | 2 | 3 |
| Possession | 61% | 39% |
| Goals Prevented | — | — |
| Accurate Passes | 467 | 246 |
| Shots Inside Box | 12 | 11 |
| Saves | 3 | 4 |
| Shots Outside Box | 6 | 3 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ The match took a decisive turn in the second half with Croatia scoring three consecutive goals within five minutes, including two from penalties, to seal their victory.
- ▸ Czech Republic's goal by T. Soudek in the 58th minute provided a brief glimmer of hope, but Croatia's subsequent goals extinguished any chances of a comeback.