Bilic is back: bravery and belief underpin second coming as Croatia manager Match against England is welcome test for former West Ham coach as he replaces history-making Zlatko Dalic The Guardian - UK · Oct 2
FIFA World Cup 2026: Slaven Bilic appointed Croatia's new Head Coach Slaven Bilic has been appointed as the new head coach of the Croatia national team. He takes charge after Zlatko Dalic stepped down following the FIFA World Cup exit. Bilic returns to international management after a two-year hiatus from coaching. Dalic's nine-year tenure saw Croatia finish as World Cup runners-up… The Economic Times · Jul 13
Slaven Bilic makes surprise return as Croatia manager after early World Cup exit Slaven Bilic previously took charge of Croatia between 2006 and 2012 The Independent UK · Jul 13
World Cup boss steps down after nine-year reign at perennial 'dark horses' Croatia boss Dalic has stepped down following the nation’s World Cup exit, the Croatian Football Federation has announced. The National (Scotland) · Jul 8
Argentina, VAR machinations and the greatest goal that never was In today’s Football Daily: The holders hold on, somehow The Guardian - UK · Jul 8
Croatia manager who led his team to the World Cup final resigns after nine years IN FULL The Independent UK · Jul 8
Croatia boss Zlatko Dalic steps down after World Cup exit Dalic led Croatia to the final of the 2018 World Cup The Independent UK · Jul 8
Farewell Luka Modric, the World Cup’s unlikely miracle man who changed Croatia forever WORLD CUP 2026: Modric bade farewell to a tournament he has defined as Croatia were beaten by Portugal. Richard Jolly pays tribute to a player who led until the very last The Independent UK · Jul 3
Martínez says there was no ‘lucky call’ after record four goals ruled out in Portugal win Roberto Martínez commended the numerous VAR interventions that helped Portugal past Croatia after his team narrowly edged an incident-packed match to progress to the last 16 of the World Cup The Guardian - UK · Jul 3
FIFA World Cup 2026: Croatia coach Dalic left dissappointed despite 1-0 win over Panama Croatia's coach Zlatko Dalic expressed dissatisfaction with his team's performance despite a crucial 1-0 World Cup win over Panama. He admitted the match was tougher than anticipated, particularly citing a shaky first half where the opponent dominated possession. While acknowledging the vital three points, Dalic stressed the need for significant… The Economic Times · Jun 24
Croatia vs Ghana World Cup 2026 Predictions and Best Bets Croatia must win to advance at Lincoln Financial Field. Our pick is Croatia -127 in this Group L shoot-out against Ghana on June 27. Sports Lens · Jun 24
Croatia manager Zlatko Dalic issues England verdict after 'disastrous' World Cup defeat Croatia boss has analysed his side’s defeat to England in World Cup opener Evening Standard · Jun 18
Three things we learned from England win as World Cup statement sent Thomas Tuchel gets the big calls right as Three Lions turn on the style in Croatia thriller Evening Standard · Jun 17
World Cup 2026: Kane, Bellingham and Rashford fire England past Croatia England claimed a convincing 4-2 victory over Croatia in an enthralling Group L encounter in Arlington, Texas, with Harry Kane, Jude Bellingham and Marcus Rashford combining to overcome a resilient Croatian comeback. The Three Lions survived sustained pressure from Zlatko Dalic's side in a match that lived up to its… France 24 · Jun 17
Sports Lens · Jun 15 England vs Croatia World Cup Opener: Gordon Start, Konsa Partners Stones, Saka Fitness Doubt England and Croatia meet in Group L of the 2026 World Cup on June 17 at AT&T Stadium in Dallas, with Thomas Tuchel’s side entering as heavy favorites at -165 with BetOnline, while Croatia are available at +410 and the draw is priced at +280. Anthony Gordon is set to…
Sports Lens · Jun 14 England vs Croatia World Cup 2026 Predictions and Best Bets England vs Croatia meet in Group L at AT&T Stadium on June 17. England are favored at -135, but Croatia's 2018 runner-up pedigree keeps this one interesting.
The Guardian - UK · Jun 10 Croatia World Cup 2026 team guide Luka Modric and friends are aiming for one last hurrah but a Tottenham defender is providing hope for the future for England’s group opponents
The Guardian - UK · Jun 8 Dalic admits Croatia’s World Cup opener against England ‘can destroy everything’ Zlatko Dalic sees Croatia’s World Cup opener against England as pivotal to their summer fortunes
The Guardian - UK · Jun 7 Modric still casts a spell as Croatia win warm-up with England to come Luka Modric scored on what could be last game on home soil as Croatia beat Slovenia 2-1 before heading off to the US, with England in their World Cup group
The Independent UK · Jun 5 World Cup 2026 – Group L guide: England aim to end 60 years of hurt from group of familiar foes and troubled Ghana Thomas Tuchel leads the Three Lions to North America with sky-high expectations but old warriors Croatia, plus Panama and Ghana present a tricky test
FourFourTwo · Jun 2 How to watch Croatia vs Belgium for FREE: Live streams for international friendly Croatia vs Belgium pits two European heavyweights against each other - here's how to watch the friendly for FREE.
The Guardian - UK · Apr 1 World Cup power rankings: France lead the way with Senegal and Japan in top 10 From Algeria to Uzbekistan, our writers and contributors from around the world assess the state of the 48 nations to qualify for the tournament
The Guardian - UK · Mar 9 The Pirate and the Swan: a salute to two of La Liga’s less-celebrated forwards Mallorca’s Vedat Muriqi and Osasuna’s Ante Budimir have 31 league goals between then, with three coming in a dramatic draw on Saturday
FourFourTwo · Dec 2, 2025 Croatia vs England Team News: Predicted XI & Squad for Tonight The Croatia World Cup 2026 squad has been named ahead of Luka Modric's last dance
The National (Scotland) · May 31, 2025 Luka Modric's 'first choice' for summer move revealed amid Rangers links Croatia boss Zlatko Dalic has revealed Rangers target Luka Modric wants to stay and play in Europe rather than move to the USA.