Croatia Vs Ghana
International, World Cup - Group L, Round 3
Croatia National Team
Croatia
Final
2
-
1
6/27
Ghana National Team
Ghana

Game Events

All
Top
Commentary
End of 90 Minutes
2 - 1
Nikola Vlašić
Nikola Vlašić
Luka Modric
Field Goal
83'
73'
Field Goal
Derrick Luckassen
Ernest Nuamah
Derrick Luckassen
Halftime
1 - 0
Petar Sucic
Petar Sucic
Mateo Kovacic
Field Goal
31'
Commentary
Well, It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia for Croatia, as they beat Ghana 2-1 in their final Group L game in Pennsylvania. With group winners England beating Panama 2-0 in New Jersey, the Chequered Ones better the Black Stars to finish second. In a steady first-half showing that was more akin to a chess match, Petar Sucic's moment of brilliance was the difference. Following Nikola Vlasic's striking of the post earlier on, Sucic was found by Mateo Kovacic, and whizzed a fine daisy-cutter through defensive legs and into the bottom-left corner to catch Benjamin Asare unaware just past the half-hour mark. After the break, Ghana switched up from a relatively drab opening display, and managed to restore parity in the 73rd minute. Following VAR's watchful gaze for offside, Derrick Luckassen was the man to get the goal, offering a smart side-foot from a lovely Ernest Nuamah free-kick delivery. Despite the frenetic moment of celebration that followed, Croatia remained undeterred by the goal, and quickly restored their advantage. Mario Pasalic forced a fine save from Asare to win a corner, and in this, the Hearts of Oak keeper couldn't uproot himself quick enough to stop Vlasic's pinpoint header down into the bottom-left corner as it kissed the inside of the post. While England can prepare for Senegal at the time of writing, Croatia can now expect to play Portugal in the next round, while Ghana will face Colombia as they inadvertently end Scotland's time at the tournament. For all you xG heads, Hrvatska played above their 0.42, while Ghana also worked well around their 0.74 xG chances. Thanks for joining us this evening, goodbye!
+8'
90
FULL-TIME: CROATIA 2-1 GHANA
+8'
90
One last surge from Ghana unfortunately comes to nothing as Fatawu can only muster a wild effort high and wide.

Stats

53%
Possession
47%
0.42
Expected Goals
0.64
8
Total Shots
6
4
Shots On Target
1

Actual Play Time

Actual 62:48
Total 100:23

Shot Map

Petar Sucic
Petar Sucic
Goal
31'
Regular Play
Situation
Right Foot
Shot Type
0.04
xG
0.25
xGOT

Game Info

Drew Fischer (Canada)
Referee
Lincoln Financial Field (Philadelphia)
Game Attendance: 68,324

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Predictions

Head to Head

Croatia National Team
Croatia
We have no data on previous meetings between these teams
Ghana National Team
Ghana
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About Croatia Vs Ghana

The game between Croatia and Ghana in the Group Stage of World Cup, held on Saturday, June 27, 2026 at Lincoln Financial Field (Philadelphia), ended with a score of Croatia 2 - 1 Ghana.

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Stats for Croatia vs. Ghana

The game between Croatia and Ghana ended with a score of Croatia 2 - 1 Ghana. On 365Scores, you can check all the head-to-head results between these teams. Explore the stats for Croatia and Ghana, including ball possession, goal kicks, yellow and red cards, and much more!

Possession
53% - 47%
Expected Goals
0.42 - 0.64
Total Shots
8 - 6
Shots On Target
4 - 1
Big Chances Created
0 - 2
Corners
3 - 2
Offsides
1 - 2
Passes Completed
477 - 402
Red Cards
0 - 0
Attacks
99 - 104
Shots Off Target
2 - 3
Shots Blocked
2 - 2
Hit Woodwork
1 - 0
Expected Goals On Target
0.87 - 0.96
Free Kicks
13 - 9
Shots Inside The Box
3 - 3
Total Passes
523 - 455
Shots Outside The Box
5 - 3
Big Chances Missed
0 - 1
Expected Assists
0.61 - 0.49
Crosses Completed
3/15 (20%) - 3/12 (25%)
Passes Own Half
294 - 258
Passes Opposition Half
244 - 209
Long Passes Completed
16/38 (42%) - 18/39 (46%)
Throw-Ins
16 - 10
Key Passes
8 - 6
Passes Into Final Third
75 - 45
Backward Passes
95 - 67
Goal Kicks
7 - 5
Interceptions
4 - 9
Expected Goals Conceded
0.64 - 0.42
Goalkeeper Saves
0 - 2
Tackles Won
8/14 (57%) - 7/13 (54%)
Clearances
23 - 11
Duels Won
42 - 38
Aerial Duels Won
8/17 (47%) - 9/17 (53%)
Ground Duels Won
34/63 (54%) - 29/63 (46%)
Was Fouled
13 - 9
Successful Dribbles
7/13 (54%) - 8/18 (44%)
Was Dribbled Past
6 - 10
Final Third Possession Won
1 - 2
Possession Lost
90 - 97
Fouls
9 - 13
Yellow Cards
1 - 1
Substitutions
4 - 5

Lineups for Croatia vs. Ghana

The lineups for Croatia and Ghana were picked with winning in mind for this crucial game. Fans closely watched the starting lineups and any absences for this key matchup. The choice of starters and substitutes was a big part of each team’s preparation. Both Croatia and Ghana made tactical changes to get the best performance on the field.

Home Team: CroatiaCoach: Zlatko Dalić.
Goalkeeper: Dominik Livakovic.
Defenders: Marin Pongracic, Josip Šutalo, Josip Stanišić.
Midfielders: Mateo Kovacic, Luka Modric, Martin Baturina, Petar Sucic, Nikola Vlašić.
Attackers: Ivan Perisic, Ante Budimir.
Subs: Josko Gvardiol, Mario Pasalic, Marco Pasalic, Igor Matanovic, Dominik Kotarski, Ivor Pandur, Martin Erlić, Luka Vušković, Duje Ćaleta-Car, Kristijan Jakic, Nikola Moro, Luka Sučić, Toni Fruk, Andrej Kramaric, Petar Musa.

Away Team: GhanaCoach: Carlos Queiroz.
Goalkeeper: Benjamin Asare.
Defenders: Gideon Mensah, Derrick Luckassen, Jonas Adjetey, Marvin Senaya.
Midfielders: Thomas Partey, Kwasi Sibo, Elisha Owusu.
Attackers: Kamaldeen Sulemana, Antoine Semenyo, Jordan Ayew.
Subs: Caleb Yirenkyi, Kojo Peprah Oppong, Issahaku Fatawu, Ernest Nuamah, Brandon Thomas-Asante, Iñaki Williams, Joseph Anang, Lawrence Ati-Zigi, Abdul Mumin, Jerome Opoku, Alidu Seidu, Baba Rahman, Augustine Boakye, Christopher Bonsu Baah, Prince Kwabena Adu.

Event Details:

Name: Croatia vs. Ghana
Date: Saturday, June 27, 2026
Location: Lincoln Financial Field (Philadelphia)
Capacity: 68324

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