Croatia on the Brink: One Point Away from World Cup 2026 Glory
FIFA World Cup qualification (UEFA) - Croatia VS Faroe Islands
Match Time:15-11-2025 03:45 Saturday (GMT+8)
Football Livescore | Match Prediction & Tips
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Croatia are just one point away from sealing their place at the 2026 World Cup and will aim to finish the job against the Faroe Islands on Friday at Stadion HNK Rijeka. Sitting top of the group with 16 points from six matches, the hosts only need a draw to qualify automatically. Meanwhile, the Faroe Islands, third with 12 points, must win to keep their slim hopes alive.
Team Analysis:
Croatia enter the match in dominant form, unbeaten in six qualifiers and needing just one point to secure their World Cup 2026 spot after a 3-0 win over Gibraltar. Zlatko Dalic’s side have scored 20 goals and conceded only once in the group, extending their home unbeaten run to 10 matches. Meanwhile, the Faroe Islands remain in good form with three straight wins but face elimination if they lose, despite showing improvement in attack recently.
Player Situation:
Croatia are expected to field a strong lineup with Josko Gvardiol and Duje Caleta-Car in defence as they aim to secure qualification early. Luka Modric could return to the starting XI in place of the injured Mateo Kovacic, while Mario Pasalic and Andrej Kramaric will support Franjo Ivanovic up front. The Faroe Islands are likely to stick with a three-man defence and deploy Joan Simun Edmundsson as their main striker.
Result Prediction:
Croatia are likely to play it safe since only a draw is needed, while the Faroe Islands may stay cautious to avoid elimination. Despite this, Croatia’s recent form has been strong and consistent. The hosts are still expected to edge out a win in what could be a tight match.
Predicted Result: Croatia 2-1 Faroe Islands.
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