FIFA U-17 World Cup: Croatia gets first victory

FIFA U-17 World Cup: Croatia Secures First Win

Croatia's U-17 national team achieved their first victory at the FIFA U-17 World Cup in Qatar by defeating the United Arab Emirates 3-0 in their second Group C match. After opening with a goalless draw against tournament favourite Senegal, Marijan Budimir's squad demonstrated skill and composure to earn all three points and improve their chances of advancing to the knockout rounds.

Match Highlights

Croatia began strongly, creating a scoring opportunity within the first minute when Niko Horvat’s close-range shot was saved by UAE goalkeeper Jassim Al Hammadi. The breakthrough came in the 30th minute:

Tin Kusanović opened the scoring after Gabrijel Šivalec intercepted a pass deep in the UAE half and assisted Kusanović, who calmly finished from close range to make it 1-0.

Six minutes later, Šivalec scored himself, curling a shot from approximately 15 metres to extend Croatia's lead to 2-0. Substitute Krešimir Radoš sealed the victory in the 88th minute with a well-placed header to beat the UAE goalkeeper.

Team Performance

Budimir’s team controlled the match with strong organisation and discipline, maintaining a clean sheet and securing a crucial win.

Croatia’s Starting Line-Up:

Author’s summary: Croatia’s U-17 team claimed a decisive 3-0 win over the UAE, showcasing strong tactics and finishing to boost their chances in the World Cup group stage.

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