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Croatia's national football team is entering the final stage of the World Cup 2026 group phase. Last result: England 4-2 Croatia (2026-06-17). In the event of a loss or draw against Ghana, Croatia will have to follow the results from other groups and wait for the outcome that could lead them among the top 32.
How the ranking of third-placed teams is determined
The ranking of third-placed teams is determined according to clearly defined criteria. First, the points won are considered, then the goal difference, the number of goals scored, and if they are still tied, the fair-play points and finally the FIFA ranking.
Current ranking of third-placed teams
The current ranking of third-placed teams will show who is in the zone of passage and who is currently below the line. Teams from 9th to 12th place after the end of the group phase will say goodbye to the World Cup.
What last night's results mean for Croatia
Last night's results did not go in favor of the Croatian team if they lose to Ghana. In that case, Croatia will fall below South Korea due to a worse goal difference, but there is still a small chance that with a minimal loss, the Croatian team can advance.
| Date | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-17 | England | 2-4 |
| 2026-06-27 | Ghana | - |
Next match
Croatia will play against Ghana tomorrow. Next match: Croatia - Ghana (2026-06-27). Victories are expected from Belgium, Senegal with two differences, maybe Congo and Cape Verde. But a more realistic scenario is that the Croatian team will advance with at least a point, with a loss it will be difficult.
