Attacking threat
Luka Modric
Luka Modric is one of the headline names carrying the biggest end-product burden for Croatia.
Star players and roles
Midfield control
Josko Gvardiol
Josko Gvardiol gives Croatia balance through the middle and sets the tempo when matches tighten up.
Defensive backbone
Mateo Kovacic
Mateo Kovacic anchors the spine of the side and helps define how secure Croatia look without the ball.
Retailer searches
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Shirt history snapshot
2018 · Nike
Sharper checkerboard Nike home with a modern v-collar. Instantly recognisable on TV.
2022 · Nike
Tidier, slightly smaller checkerboard with a cleaner template — some fans thought it was toned down compared to 2018.
2026 · Nike
Current-cycle Croatia home shirt for the 2026 tournament.
FAQ
Who is in the Croatia squad for the 2026 World Cup?
Croatia's key names for the 2026 World Cup include Luka Modric, Josko Gvardiol, Mateo Kovacic, with Zlatko Dalic as head coach. Full 26-man squads are confirmed by federations in the days before the tournament — this page tracks the leading players and storylines.
Who is the Croatia head coach at the 2026 World Cup?
Zlatko Dalic leads Croatia into the 2026 FIFA World Cup, as confirmed in the Guardian's June 2026 squad guide.
Does this Croatia squad page include shirt history as well as players?
Yes. The squad page also includes a short shirt-history section so readers can connect the current team to the wider World Cup kit story.