The "Checkered Shirts," Croatia's national football team, secured a home victory over Slovenia in a friendly match ahead of the 2026 World Cup preparation.
In a friendly football match on Sunday night, 7 June 2026 GMT+7, the notable fixture featured Croatia hosting Slovenia at home.
The result saw Croatia beat Slovenia 2-1. Croatia took the lead at 1-0 through Luka Modrić in the 51st minute. Slovenia equalized at 1-1 with a goal by Andraž Šporar in the 83rd minute. Ultimately, Mario Pašalić became the hero by scoring the winning goal for Croatia in the 3rd minute of added time, clinching a thrilling victory.
For the 2026 World Cup, Croatia is placed in Group L alongside England, Ghana, and Panama. Meanwhile, Slovenia was eliminated in the qualifying rounds and will not participate in this World Cup.