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Scoring Trends

Czech Republic

Croatia

1.5

Goals Scored

2.88

Goals Conceded

0.63

1.06 Expected Goals (xG) 1.94

75%

Over 1.5

75%

38%

Over 2.5

75%

25%

Over 3.5

50%

Detailed Analysis

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

Expert Analysis by Omoye ThankGod

This clash between Czech Republic and Croatia appears balanced with little difference between the two sides. Recent suggest an open game with likely chances at both ends.

Their head-to-head record shows a history of competitive battles. Scoring trends strongly favor an Over 2.5 Goals match. The numbers provide a solid foundation for this match outlook.

Possible Outcome Probability

Match Winner

Home Win34%

Draw32%

Away Win34%

Goals & Scoring

BTTS/GG: Yes57%

Over 1.5 Goals80%

Over 2.5 Goals60%

Match Events

62'

Sub

Pasalic M. In: Ivanovic F.

Out: Pasalic M.

62'

Sub

Budimir A. In: Pasalic M.

Out: Budimir A.

62'

Sub

Kusej V. In: Vydra M.

Out: Kusej V.

Previous Encounters

09 Oct 25 WOR

Czech Republic

0:0

Croatia

09 Jun 25 WOR

Croatia ✓

5:1

Czech Republic

18 Jun 21 EUR

Croatia

1:1

Czech Republic

17 Jun 16 EUR

Czech Republic

2:2

Croatia

09 Feb 11 FRI

Croatia ✓

4:2

Czech Republic

Recent Form (Last 5)

Czech Republic

Home Team

31 Mar

Czech Republic

3 : 2

Denmark

26 Mar

Czech Republic

3 : 2

Ireland

17 Nov

Czech Republic

6 : 0

Gibraltar

13 Nov

Czech Republic

1 : 0

San Marino

12 Oct

Faroe Islands

2 : 1

Czech Republic

Croatia

Away 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

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: Czech Republic vs Croatia

The upcoming fixture between Czech Republic and Croatia promises to be an engaging encounter in World Cup 2026. Scheduled for Thursday, October 9, 2025 at 18:45 UTC, the match will take place at Fortuna Arena. Both sides will be looking to make their mark in this scheduled event.

Team Context & Standings

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

Head-to-Head & History

Previous meetings between these two sides often provide context for what to expect. 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. Czech Republic will try to assert dominance early, whereas Croatia might look for opportunities on the break or through set-pieces.

Following the Match

The match atmosphere is expected to be electric, and tracking the game minute-by-minute adds to the excitement. 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 Czech Republic or Croatia. 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.