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Mikel Merino came off the bench to score twice as Spain came from behind to beat Croatia 2-1, sealing early qualification for the Nations League quarter-finals with a perfect group-stage record.
Spain can secure a place in the UEFA Nations League quarterfinals with a win over Croatia in Split, buoyed by a perfect group-stage record and a 41-match unbeaten run. Croatia, reeling from their heaviest-ever defeat, will look to veteran captain Luka Modric to steady the ship against a Spain side led in attack by teenage sensation Lamine Yamal.
Croatia beat Panama 1-0 at Toronto Stadium on Tuesday, eliminating the Central American team from the 2026 World Cup. Substitute Ante Budimir scored the only goal in the 54th minute for his first World Cup strike. Croatia now need a win against Ghana to progress, while Panama remain winless in five World Cup matches.
England begin their 2026 World Cup campaign against Croatia in Group L at the AT&T Stadium. Harry Kane believes it is one of the best chances for the team to win the title, while Luka Modric prepares for his fifth and likely final World Cup.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian sent congratulations to Croatian leaders and citizens on National Day, emphasizing friendly ties and hope for enhanced cooperation. The two countries have maintained diplomatic relations since 1992.
Croatian President Zoran Milanović has refused to approve the nomination of Israel's new ambassador to Zagreb, citing the Israeli government's policies and a breach of diplomatic protocol. The move comes amid heightened tensions over Israel's military campaign in Gaza, with Milanović previously withdrawing military cooperation with Israel and condemning its actions. This is the first such rejection in Croatian history, though the nominee may serve as chargé d'affaires without presidential approval.
