Croatia vs Slovenia Live Score, Result & Lineups Pre-World Cup Friendly
Croatia vs Slovenia live score brings together the match result, projected lineups, team news and key match details for a Pre-World Cup Friendly on Sunday, June 7, 2026, with kickoff set for 8:45 PM CEST / 2:45 PM ET / 6:45 PM UTC / 7:45 PM BST / 11:45 PM PKT at Stadion Andelko Herjavec in Varazdin. Croatia enter as a World Cup 2026 team from Group L, while Slovenia use the fixture to rebuild after missing qualification.
Croatia lost 2-0 to Belgium in their last warm-up, while Slovenia drew 1-1 with Cyprus after beating Montenegro in March. This Croatia vs Slovenia live score article covers the score, result, team news, lineups, match stats, and highlights.
Croatia vs Slovenia Match Live Score
- Pre-match updates will appear once confirmed match events begin.
Croatia vs Slovenia – Starting Lineups
Croatia
3-4-2-1Slovenia
3-5-2Projected lineup view · Croatia vs Slovenia · official XIs yet to be confirmed
Substitutes: official substitute lists are yet to be confirmed for Croatia and Slovenia.
Match Details
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Match | Croatia vs Slovenia |
| Competition | Pre-World Cup Friendly |
| Date | Sunday, June 7, 2026 |
| Kickoff | 8:45 PM CEST / 2:45 PM ET / 6:45 PM UTC / 7:45 PM BST / 11:45 PM PKT |
| Venue | Stadion Andelko Herjavec, Varazdin, Croatia |
| Capacity | 10,800 |
| Croatia FIFA Ranking | 11th |
| Slovenia FIFA Ranking | 58th |
| Croatia WC Group | Group L – England, Panama, Ghana |
| Slovenia WC Status | Not qualified for World Cup 2026 |
| Croatia Manager | Zlatko Dalic |
| Slovenia Manager | Bostjan Cesar |
| Referee | yet to be confirmed |
Croatia vs Slovenia Team News
Slovenia Team News
Slovenia’s team news starts with Sesko’s absence because the striker remains out with a shin issue. Cesar may lean on Vipotnik and Sturm, while Oblak and Bijol provide the strongest base in the defensive half.
Elsnik and Gorenc Stankovic are also absent from the squad, which changes the midfield balance. Lovric, Gnezda Cerin, and Seslar should have important roles if Slovenia try to crowd central areas.
Croatia Team News
Croatia have Gvardiol and Kovacic available after injury concerns, and Modric is expected to feature. Perisic also remains central to Dalic’s plan because he gives Croatia width, delivery, and tournament experience.
Budimir is the projected striker, but Kramaric, Musa, and Matanovic remain in contention. Official starting XIs are yet to be confirmed, so final attacking roles may change near kickoff.
Croatia vs Slovenia Recent Form
Croatia have mixed recent friendly results, including a win over Colombia, a defeat to Brazil, and a 2-0 loss to Belgium. Their qualifying run was stronger, which explains why Dalic can focus on refinement rather than urgency.
Slovenia’s recent form is uneven. They lost to Hungary, beat Montenegro, and drew with Cyprus under Cesar, while their World Cup qualifying run ended without a win. That pattern makes the defensive shape more important than possession share in Varazdin.
Croatia vs Slovenia Match Report
The match report is in pre-match state because kickoff has not arrived. Croatia’s main task is to sharpen final-third timing after the 2-0 defeat to Belgium.
Slovenia enter with a compact plan and a goalkeeper capable of keeping them alive during pressure. If Oblak controls the box, Cesar’s side can stay in the match long enough to threaten on breaks.
The first goal should shape the tempo. Croatia prefer control, while Slovenia need a disciplined block and quick service into Vipotnik or Sturm.
Where to Watch Croatia vs Slovenia Highlights
Highlights should appear through official broadcasters or federation channels after full time if rights allow publication. Match viewers can also use the Croatia vs Slovenia live stream article for TV status and streaming options.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Croatia vs Slovenia score?
The Croatia vs Slovenia score is 0-0 before kickoff. The match starts at 8:45 PM CEST on Sunday, June 7, 2026.
Who scored in Croatia vs Slovenia?
No goals have been scored before kickoff. Goalscorers will be confirmed after the match begins.
What was the Croatia vs Slovenia result?
The result is yet to be confirmed because the match has not started. Croatia and Slovenia are scheduled to play in Varazdin.
When does Croatia vs Slovenia kick off?
Croatia vs Slovenia kicks off at 8:45 PM CEST, 2:45 PM ET, 6:45 PM UTC, 7:45 PM BST, and 11:45 PM PKT.
Where can I watch Croatia vs Slovenia highlights?
Highlights should be available through official broadcasters or federation channels after full time if rights allow publication.
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