FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE updates: Croatia vs Ghana final Group L match under way

Croatia probably need a draw against Ghana to secure a spot in the last 32, but attacker Ivan Perisic is confident in his side’s record against African opposition. Ghana enter the final Group L matchday on four points, while Croatia have three.Croatia dropped Josko Gvardiol in one of three changes for the final World Cup ‌Group L match.

Coach Zlatko Dalic gives starts to Ante Budimir and Nikola Vlasic for ‌the first time in this World Cup, and forward Petar Sucic gets a recall. Ghana, who have booked their place in the next ‌round, also made three switches, ⁠leaving out forward Inaki Williams.Also read | Ghana’s Thomas Partey refused entry into CanadaAttacker Perisic also was unsure whether Ghana’s low-block approach, a staple of several Carlos Queiroz-managed World Cup sides, would continue.

“They are a very good team,” he said. “Very compact. Perhaps ⁠they played the lower block in the past two matches.

Given ⁠that, maybe they might be changing or something, but we have to be ready for both options.” Attempt missed. Marin Pongracic (Croatia) header from the centre of the box is too high.

Assisted by Luka Modric with a cross following a set piece situation. Foul by Kwasi Sibo (Ghana). Petar Sucic (Croatia) wins a free kick in the attacking half.

Nikola Vlasic (Croatia) hits the left post with a right footed shot from outside the box. Assisted by Martin Baturina following a fast break. Foul by Elisha Owusu (Ghana).

Martin Baturina (Croatia) wins a free kick in the defensive half. Foul by Kamaldeen Sulemana (Ghana). Petar Sucic (Croatia) wins a free kick in the defensive half.

Foul by Marvin Senaya (Ghana). Martin Baturina (Croatia) wins a free kick in the defensive half. First Half begins.

Lineups are announced and players are warming up.