The program of the quarterfinals of the World Cup starts with a duel in which the national teams of Brazil and Croatia will meet. The match is scheduled to start on December 9 at 18:00 Moscow time. Our portal has prepared a forecast for you on the outcome of this confrontation.
Croatia
At the last World Cup, the Croats shone and reached the final, showing mature and competent football, and all the wins in the playoffs were not obtained in the main time, there were few players left in the Croatian national team's cage, but Croatia already has enough quality performers for all positions. This year, the first round of the playoffs also managed to pass only after a penalty shootout, where Japan was beaten.
Brazil
Brazil's national team continues to be considered one of the main favorites of the tournament, especially after the group stage. The team now has a really interesting composition, balanced in all lines. Brazil easily passed the group, taking first place ahead of schedule, and in its last match defeated South Korea in the first round of the playoffs, having shipped four goals in the first half.
Statistics and figures
- In the last match between these teams, Brazil won 20.
- The Brazilian national team has only one defeat in their last five meetings.
- Croatia has a good ten-game unbeaten streak.
Forecast
The big favorite in this confrontation looks like the Brazilian national team, which has a more stellar and experienced squad. The Croats play in a counterattacking manner, being an extremely uncomfortable opponent for any team. Still, the Brazilians are young, hungry and energized, which should bring them a confident victory.