Croatia vs Albania: Group Stage Match Preview
Croatia Seeks Redemption, Albania Aims for Upset
Match Information
Date: June 16, 2024
Time: 15:00 CEST
Venue: Hampden Park, Glasgow
Team Previews
Croatia, the 2018 World Cup finalists, will be eager to bounce back from their disappointing defeat to Spain in their tournament opener. Zlatko Dalić's men have a wealth of experience and quality, and will be looking to dominate possession and create chances for the likes of Luka Modrić and Ivan Perišić.
Albania, on the other hand, are making their European Championship debut and will be hoping to cause an upset against their more illustrious opponents. The Eagles have a solid defensive record and will be looking to frustrate Croatia and hit them on the counterattack. Led by captain and goalkeeper Etrit Berisha, Albania have a chance to make history by reaching the knockout stages.
Stats and History
- Croatia has won only one of their past 10 matches when facing a nation for the first time.
- Croatia suffered a demoralising 3-0 defeat by Spain while Albania scored the fastest goal in the history of the European Championship.
- Albania have won just one of their past 10 matches against teams ranked in the top 25 of the FIFA World Rankings.
Conclusion
Croatia vs Albania promises to be an intriguing match. Croatia will be the favorites, but Albania will be no pushovers. If they can stay organized defensively and take their chances on the break, Albania have a chance to pull off a famous victory.
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