Humble Beginnings

Croatia National Football Team: A History of Success

Humble Beginnings

The Croatia national football team, known as the Croatian Football Federation (CFF), was founded in 1912. Based in Zagreb, the capital of Croatia, the team represents the country in international football competitions.

Recent Achievements

Croatia has achieved significant success on the international stage in recent years. They reached the semi-finals of the FIFA World Cup in 2018, where they lost to France, and won the FIFA World Cup in 2022, becoming the smallest country to win the tournament since Uruguay in 1950.

The team has also performed well in the UEFA European Championship, reaching the quarter-finals in 2008, 2012, and 2016. They finished as runners-up in the 2018 edition of the tournament.

Notable Players and Coaches

Over the years, Croatia has produced a number of talented players, including Luka Modrić, Ballon d'Or winner in 2018, and Ivan Rakitić. The team has also been led by successful coaches, such as Zlatko Dalić, who guided them to their 2018 World Cup semi-final appearance and their 2022 World Cup title.

Future Prospects

With a strong squad and a talented coaching staff, Croatia looks poised to continue their success in international football. They will participate in the UEFA Euro 2024, where they will be looking to improve on their past performances and challenge for the title.