The Croatian national team secured its place in the 2026 World Cup with a 3-1 victory over the Faroe Islands in its final home qualifying match. The visitors took a surprising early lead when a shot from Turi deflected off defender Luka Vušković, leaving goalkeeper Dominik Livaković stranded. Croatia responded quickly, with Joško Gvardiol equalizing seven minutes later.
After a halftime tactical adjustment, Croatia intensified its pressure. The decisive goal came from Petar Musa, who scored his first international goal with a powerful close-range finish. Nikola Vlašić later sealed the victory, meeting a cross from Ivan Perišić to score. Livaković preserved the lead with a critical save in the final minutes.
The team will conclude its qualifying campaign against Montenegro. Its successful campaign has now guaranteed participation in the upcoming World Cup in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
After a halftime tactical adjustment, Croatia intensified its pressure. The decisive goal came from Petar Musa, who scored his first international goal with a powerful close-range finish. Nikola Vlašić later sealed the victory, meeting a cross from Ivan Perišić to score. Livaković preserved the lead with a critical save in the final minutes.
The team will conclude its qualifying campaign against Montenegro. Its successful campaign has now guaranteed participation in the upcoming World Cup in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
