
Croatia secured qualification for the knockout stage of the 2026 World Cup after defeating Ghana 2-1 and finishing second in Group L with 6 points, behind England.
The match was decided in the final minutes, when in the 83rd minute Luka Modric provided a perfect assist for Nikola Vlasic, who scored the winning goal and sealed the Croatians' qualification.
In addition to the team's success, the evening was also historic for the Croatian captain. With his assist for Vlasic, Luka Modric became the oldest assister in World Cup history, achieving this record at the age of 40.
The legendary midfielder continues to defy time, proving that his class and vision remain decisive even on the biggest stage of world football.
Thanks to this triumph, Croatia closed the group with 6 points and will continue their journey to the 1/16 stage, while Ghana also advances further as one of the 8 best third-place teams.