Sport Picks

World

World Cup 2026 Stadion HNK Rijeka

Scoring Trends

Croatia

Faroe Islands

3.25

Goals Scored

1.25

0.5

Goals Conceded

2.13 Expected Goals (xG) 0.88

75%

Over 1.5

50%

75%

Over 2.5

50%

63%

Over 3.5

25%

Detailed Analysis

Explore Head-to-Head and Form below for more insights.

Expert Analysis by Omoye ThankGod

Croatia enter this game as clear favorites to control the proceedings. The game flow could swing back and forth as teams find their rhythm.

With no recent competitive history, this is a fresh tactical challenge for both. Given Croatia's consistency at home, backing their victory is logical. The numbers provide a solid foundation for this match outlook.

Possible Outcome Probability

Match Winner

Home Win61%

Draw16%

Away Win23%

Goals & Scoring

BTTS/GG: Yes42%

Over 1.5 Goals65%

Over 2.5 Goals48%

Match Events

16'

Turi G. D.

23'

Gvardiol J.

44'

Turi G. D.

Previous Encounters

14 Nov 25 WOR

Croatia ✓

3:1

Faroe Islands

05 Sept 25 WOR

Faroe Islands

0:1

✓ Croatia

Recent Form (Last 5)

Croatia

Home Team

01 Apr

Brazil

3 : 1

Croatia

26 Mar

Colombia

1 : 2

Croatia

17 Nov

Montenegro

2 : 3

Croatia

14 Nov

Croatia

3 : 1

Faroe Islands

12 Oct

Croatia

3 : 0

Gibraltar

Faroe Islands

Away Team

28 Mar

San Marino

1 : 2

Faroe Islands

18 Nov

Faroe Islands

1 : 0

Kazakhstan

14 Nov

Croatia

3 : 1

Faroe Islands

12 Oct

Faroe Islands

2 : 1

Czech Republic

09 Oct

Faroe Islands

4 : 0

Montenegro

League Standings

Pos	Team	P	W	L	GD	Pts
1	Germany	6	5	1	16:3	15
2	Slovakia	6	4	2	6:8	12
3	Northern Ireland	6	3	3	7:6	9
4	Luxembourg	6	0	6	1:13	0

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Switzerland	6	4	2	0	14:2	14
2	Kosovo	6	3	2	1	6:5	11
3	Slovenia	6	0	4	2	3:8	4
4	Sweden	6	0	2	4	4:12	2

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Scotland	6	4	1	1	13:7	13
2	Denmark	6	3	2	1	16:7	11
3	Greece	6	2	1	3	10:12	7
4	Belarus	6	0	2	4	4:17	2

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	France	6	5	1	0	16:4	16
2	Ukraine	6	3	1	2	10:11	10
3	Iceland	6	2	1	3	13:11	7
4	Azerbaijan	6	0	1	5	3:16	1

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Spain	6	5	1	0	21:2	16
2	Turkey	6	4	1	1	17:12	13
3	Georgia	6	1	0	5	7:15	3
4	Bulgaria	6	1	0	5	3:19	3

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Portugal	6	4	1	1	20:7	13
2	Ireland	6	3	1	2	9:7	10
3	Hungary	6	2	2	2	11:10	8
4	Armenia	6	1	0	5	3:19	3

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Netherlands	8	6	2	0	27:4	20
2	Poland	8	5	2	1	14:7	17
3	Finland	8	3	1	4	8:14	10
4	Malta	8	1	2	5	4:19	5
5	Lithuania	8	0	3	5	6:15	3

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Austria	8	6	1	1	22:4	19
2	Bosnia & Herzegovina	8	5	2	1	17:7	17
3	Romania	8	4	1	3	19:10	13
4	Cyprus	8	2	2	4	11:11	8
5	San Marino	8	0	0	8	2:39	0

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Norway	8	8	0	0	37:5	24
2	Italy	8	6	0	2	21:12	18
3	Israel	8	4	0	4	19:20	12
4	Estonia	8	1	1	6	8:21	4
5	Moldova	8	0	1	7	5:32	1

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Belgium	8	5	3	0	29:7	18
2	Wales	8	5	1	2	21:11	16
3	North Macedonia	8	3	4	1	13:10	13
4	Kazakhstan	8	2	2	4	9:13	8
5	Liechtenstein	8	0	0	8	0:31	0

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	England	8	8	0	0	22:0	24
2	Albania	8	4	2	2	7:5	14
3	Serbia	8	4	1	3	9:10	13
4	Latvia	8	1	2	5	5:15	5
5	Andorra	8	0	1	7	3:16	1

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Croatia	8	7	1	0	26:4	22
2	Czech Republic	8	5	1	2	18:8	16
3	Faroe Islands	8	4	0	4	11:9	12
4	Montenegro	8	3	0	5	8:17	9
5	Gibraltar	8	0	0	8	3:28	0

Match Preview: Croatia vs Faroe Islands

The upcoming fixture between Croatia and Faroe Islands promises to be an engaging encounter in World Cup 2026. Scheduled for Friday, November 14, 2025 at 19:45 UTC, the match will take place at Stadion HNK Rijeka. Both sides will be looking to make their mark in this scheduled event.

Team Context & Standings

Entering this game, both Croatia and Faroe Islands are focused on their respective objectives for the season. Croatia will look to leverage their competitive standing to gain an advantage, while Faroe Islands aims to improve their league position with a positive result on the road.

Head-to-Head & History

History suggests that matches between Croatia and Faroe Islands are competitively fought. While past results offer a glimpse into tactical matchups, this fresh encounter brings new dynamics. The teams have their own recent history to draw upon as they prepare tactically.

Tactical Overview

The flow of the match will likely depend on which team settles into their rhythm first. Control of possession, defensive discipline, and clinical finishing in the final third are expected to be the deciding factors. Croatia will try to assert dominance early, whereas Faroe Islands might look for opportunities on the break or through set-pieces.

Following the Match

For those following the action, staying updated is key. From the first whistle to the final moments, fans can follow every goal, momentum shift, and key event as the drama unfolds on the pitch.

Key Statistics

Beyond the scoreline, the match statistics will tell the deeper story of the performance. Expect close scrutiny on metrics such as shots on target, possession percentages, and corner counts. These figures will illustrate which team effectively controlled the tempo and created the most dangerous chances.

Why This Matters

Three points here could be pivotal for the ambitions of either Croatia or Faroe Islands. Momentum is crucial in World Cup 2026, and a victory in this match would serve as a significant morale booster for the winning side moving forward in the campaign.