World Cup 2026 Croatia beat Panama 1-0 as Ante Budimir struck and captain Luka Modric marked his 200th cap, leaving Panama eliminated early.
CROATIA · WORLD CUP
Key Facts
—World Cup 2026 Croatia: Beat Panama one-nil at Toronto Stadium to revive their campaign.
—Match-winner: Substitute Ante Budimir scored in the fifty-fourth minute.
—Milestone: Captain Luka Modric made his 200th international appearance.
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