Croatia Edges Portugal in Thrilling Friendly
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Croatia defeated Portugal 21 in an international friendly match on June 8, 2024.
The match was played at Portugal's National Stadium near Lisbon.
Luka Modric scored the opening goal for Croatia from a penalty kick in the 8th minute.
Portugal's Vitinha fouled Mateo Kovacic in the area, leading to the penalty.
Diogo Jota equalized for Portugal in the 48th minute, assisted by Nelson Semedo.
Croatia regained the lead in the 56th minute through Ante Budimir's header from a rebound.
Mario Pašalić's initial strike was pushed onto the crossbar by Diogo Costa.
Budimir headed in the rebound to make it 21 for Croatia.
Despite Costa's efforts, Croatia held on to secure their first win over Portugal in eight matches.
The match provided valuable preparation for both teams ahead of upcoming competitions.
Croatia's midfield duo of Modric and Kovacic played a crucial role in the victory.
Portugal will look to bounce back from this friendly defeat in their next match.
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The match was played at Portugal's National Stadium near Lisbon.
Luka Modric scored the opening goal for Croatia from a penalty kick in the 8th minute.
Portugal's Vitinha fouled Mateo Kovacic in the area, leading to the penalty.
Diogo Jota equalized for Portugal in the 48th minute, assisted by Nelson Semedo.
Croatia regained the lead in the 56th minute through Ante Budimir's header from a rebound.
Mario Pašalić's initial strike was pushed onto the crossbar by Diogo Costa.
Budimir headed in the rebound to make it 21 for Croatia.
Despite Costa's efforts, Croatia held on to secure their first win over Portugal in eight matches.
The match provided valuable preparation for both teams ahead of upcoming competitions.
Croatia's midfield duo of Modric and Kovacic played a crucial role in the victory.
Portugal will look to bounce back from this friendly defeat in their next match.
#portugalvscroatia #portugalvscroatialive #portugalvscroatiahighlights #portugalvscroatiaresumen #portugalvscroatia2024 #croatia