- Both nations failed to win their opening 2022 World Cup matches.
- Croatia were runners-up in Russia four years ago.
- This is Canada’s first World Cup appearance since 1986.
Croatia and Canada meet in an intriguing 2022 FIFA World Cup group match on Sunday. Belgium lead the way in Group F after their win over the Canadians in game, while the Croatians and Morocco played out a goalless draw. The Belgians will go through with a win over the Moroccans, leaving just one qualification spot up for grabs.
With both nations desperate to book their place in the Round of 16, Sunday’s fixture at Khalifa Stadium is a huge one for the pair. Can the Blazers get all three points, or will the Reds spring a surprise in Al Rayyan? Our Croatia vs Canada prediction is below.
Croatia vs Canada Odds
| Croatia | Draw | Canada |
|---|---|---|
| +110 | +240 | +260 |
Croatia soccer is on the rise, as the small nation shocked the world by picking up a silver medal in the last World Cup. Their form has been patchy since, but they will put themselves in a great position to reach the knockouts if they can get three points here. The Croatian victory is priced at just +110.
Having lost their opening game, Canada could do with a positive result here. The Maple Leafs are the underdogs once again at +260, while the draw is available at +240. Keep reading for our Croatia and Canada World Cup prediction along with the latest betting odds.
Croatia vs Canada Information
- 2022 FIFA World Cup
- Khalifa International Stadium
- Sunday, 27 Nov 2022, 11:00 AM EDT
- How to watch: Fox Sports
Croatia – Croatians to Return to Winning Ways?
Croatia caused a massive upset after reaching the final in Russia in 2018. It was a remarkable achievement for a nation that has a small population of under four million people. They were beaten by France in the final but it was a memorable journey for the Blazers.
Croatia have blown hot and cold since those extraordinary exploits in 2018. At UEFA Euro 2020 last year, the Croatians picked up just one win and were eliminated in the Round of 16. They are looking to reach the knockouts for a fourth major tournament in a row, however.
Croatia kicked off their 2022 World Cup campaign with a frustrating stalemate with Morocco in Al Khor. They saw more of the ball but the solid Moroccans managed more shots at Croatia’s goal. On the whole, the 0-0 draw was just about the right result.
Having drawn a blank in game one, Croatia will be eager to make amends on Sunday. They still have an excellent squad of players, backed by the brilliant Luka Modric. Can they put a massive three points on the board in Al Rayyan? Check out the latest FIFA World Cup predictions and picks.
Croatia Projected Lineup: Dominik Livakovic, Borna Sosa, Josko Gvardiol, Dejan Lovren, Josip Juranovic, Mateo Kovacic, Marcelo Brozovic, Luka Modric, Ivan Perisic, Nikola Vlasic, Andrej Kramaric.
Croatia Injuries: No current injuries.
Canada – Can the Reds Build on Belgium Performance?
The World Cup in Qatar is only Canada’s second-ever appearance at the tournament. They previously qualified for the Mexico tournament back in 1986.
However, it was a pretty forgettable campaign in terms of results, as the Canadians lost all three group games and finished in 24th position. They will not want history to repeat itself in 2022.
Despite falling to a 1-0 defeat to Group F favorites Belgium in their opening game of this tournament, Canada gave a great account of themselves at Ahmad bin Ali Stadium.
Things could have been so different if Alphonso Davies had converted his penalty. Unfortunately for the Reds, Michy Batshuayi popped up just before half time to score the only goal of the game to give Belgium a narrow victory.
Canada will exit the competition with a loss to Croatia, but a positive result in Al Rayyan will keep their World Cup alive. In their final Group F matchup, the Maple Leafs go up against Morocco at Al Thumama Stadium in the capital of Qatar.
If they play anything like they did against Belgium, John Herdman’s men have every chance of getting something from this game. Many people will have the Blazers down for a win in their Croatia vs Canada prediction, but the Reds may just upset a few.
Canada Projected Lineup: Milan Borjan, Alistair Johnston, Kamal Miller, Steven Vitoria, Stephen Eustaquio, Atiba Hutchinson, Alphonso Davies, Richie Laryea, Junior Hoilett, Tajon Buchanan, Jonathan David.
Canada Injuries: No current injuries.
Croatia vs Canada Pick and Prediction
When the draw was made, Croatia would have been eyeing up six points from their opening two matches before facing their toughest challenge in game three against the Belgians. However, they have already dropped two points, and Sunday’s game will be another tough one for Zlatko Dalic’s boys.
Canada caught Belgium out cold in their opening fixture, as Herdman’s troops really took the game to the highest-ranked European nation in world soccer. They lost, but there were a ton of positives to take for the Reds.
We fancy Canada to pick up their first-ever World Cup point in this one. Our Croatia vs Canada prediction is the draw and under 2.5 goals at +300. As for the correct score, back the 1-1 stalemate at +600.
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