Josip Juranovic knows all about the threat Japan will pose his Croatia side - especially Celtic teammate Daizen Maeda.
The two Parkhead pals are set for a big World Cup showdown in the knockout stage as the Croatians take on surprise package Japan, who qualified out of a group including big hitters Spain and Germany. And the two Hoops men know each other all too well after forging a partnership down the channels at Celtic Park under Ange Postecoglou.
The defender and the winger are the only two remaining Celtic players involved in the winter tournament, with Postecoglou set to benefit by a cash injection from their participation. But Juranovic is focusing on the football, amid questions over his future in Glasgow after reported contract talks 'stalled' and the Hoops said to be prepared to accept bids for the 27-year-old.
