Portugal vs Croatia Stats, Match Statistics, xG & Player Data
Portugal vs Croatia stats start with a Round of 32 match at Toronto Stadium, where the Portugal national football team face the Croatia national football team on 2 July 2026. Portugal hold the stronger public tournament profile in xG, shots, possession, goals against, and clean sheets. Croatia still bring enough midfield control to keep the game tight if Portugal waste early shooting positions.
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Portugal World Cup 2026 squad show a Group K runner-up that drew with DR Congo and Colombia around a 5-0 win over Uzbekistan. Croatia World Cup 2026 squad show a Group L runner-up that recovered from the England defeat with wins over Panama and Ghana. The World Cup 2026 Round of 32 bracket now gives both teams a European knockout tie in Canada.
The match is listed for 19:00 ET at Toronto Stadium, which is 23:00 UTC on 2 July. It also belongs in the World Cup 2026 stats and records tracker because public data gives Portugal one of the strongest defensive profiles left in the bracket. Full match stats should replace these pre-match averages after the official feed closes.
Portugal vs Croatia Stats – Match Statistics Overview
Portugal enter with the cleaner control profile. Portugal at 2.0 goals, 1.1 xG, 12.7 shots, 69% average possession, and 7.0 chances created per game. Those numbers show a team that controls the ball and limits opponent territory.
Croatia carry a narrower attacking base. Croatia at 1.7 goals, 0.8 xG, 8.3 shots, 58% average possession, and 6.0 chances created per game. The gap is not huge in chance creation, yet Portugal create more shots and concede far less.
Portugal vs Croatia Stats Snapshot
The snapshot uses verified public pre-match data because the official live-event feed has not opened yet. Portugal lead in FIFA ranking, goals per game, xG, shots, possession, chances created, goals against, and clean sheets. Croatia’s strongest counter comes from efficiency and midfield experience.
| Stat | Portugal | Croatia |
|---|---|---|
| FIFA Ranking | 5 | 11 |
| Goals Per Match | 2.0 | 1.7 |
| xG Per Match | 1.1 | 0.8 |
| Goals Against Per Match | 0.3 | 1.7 |
| Shots Per Match | 12.7 | 8.3 |
| Average Possession | 69% | 58% |
| Chances Created Avg | 7.0 | 6.0 |
Attacking Stats Comparison
Portugal’s attack has the bigger shot and xG base. Cristiano Ronaldo leads the player data with two goals, seven shots on goal, 1.5 xG, and one player-of-the-match marker. Bruno Fernandes adds one assist and remains the main route into high-value shooting zones.
Croatia have less shot volume but can punish loose defending. Nikola Vlasic leads their goals marker with one, while Ante Budimir leads their xG marker at 0.5. Mateo Kovacic adds one assist, which fits Croatia’s preference for controlled midfield progression.
| Attack Stat | Portugal | Croatia |
|---|---|---|
| Goals Per Match | 2.0 | 1.7 |
| Expected Goals Avg | 1.1 | 0.8 |
| Shots Per Match | 12.7 | 8.3 |
| Top Scorer | Cristiano Ronaldo, 2 | Nikola Vlasic, 1 |
| Chances Created Avg | 7.0 | 6.0 |
| Shot Conversion | 16% | 20% |
| xG Leader | Cristiano Ronaldo, 1.5 | Ante Budimir, 0.5 |
Defensive Stats Comparison
Portugal have the stronger defensive record by a clear margin. Portugal at 0.3 goals against per game and two clean sheets, with Diogo Costa shown on a 22 keeper-save marker. That gives Portugal a strong base if the match becomes slow and technical.
Croatia’s defensive data is more exposed. Croatia at 1.7 goals against per game, one clean sheet, and Dominik Livakovic on a 29 keeper-save marker. Croatia need compact distances because Portugal’s forwards can turn half-chances into pressure.
| Defensive Stat | Portugal | Croatia |
|---|---|---|
| Goals Against Per Match | 0.3 | 1.7 |
| Team Clean Sheets | 2 | 1 |
| Keeper Save Marker | 22 | 29 |
| Full Tackles Data | yet to be confirmed | yet to be confirmed |
| Full Interceptions Data | yet to be confirmed | yet to be confirmed |
| Full Clearances Data | yet to be confirmed | yet to be confirmed |
Passing and Possession Analysis
The possession trend also favours Portugal. Portugal at 69% average possession and Croatia at 58%, so the card converts those separate averages into a 54-46 trend share. That keeps the comparison readable without pretending both teams played the same opponents.
Croatia stay close in chance creation despite the lower possession share. Portugal average 7.0 chances created per game, while Croatia average 6.0. The key difference is defensive security, because Portugal concede 1.4 fewer goals per game in the public tournament sample.
| Passing Stat | Portugal | Croatia |
|---|---|---|
| Average Possession | 69% | 58% |
| Card Possession Share | 54% | 46% |
| Chances Created Avg | 7.0 | 6.0 |
| Passes Per Match | yet to be confirmed | yet to be confirmed |
| Pass Accuracy | yet to be confirmed | yet to be confirmed |
| Crosses Avg | yet to be confirmed | yet to be confirmed |
Key Player Statistics
Ronaldo gives Portugal the most decisive public player line. His seven shots on goal and 1.5 xG show that Portugal still feed him high-volume chances. Fernandes matters because he supplies the final pass and helps Portugal move from control into chance creation.
Vlasic and Budimir give Croatia the clearest attacking markers before kickoff. Vlasic leads the goals and rating markers, while Budimir leads xG. Livakovic also matters because Croatia may need a high-save performance if Portugal sustain pressure.
| Player | Team | Key Data |
|---|---|---|
| Cristiano Ronaldo | Portugal | 2 goals, 7 shots on goal, 1.5 xG |
| Bruno Fernandes | Portugal | 1 assist |
| Diogo Costa | Portugal | 22 keeper-save marker, 2 clean sheets |
| Nikola Vlasic | Croatia | 1 goal, 6.3 rating marker |
| Ante Budimir | Croatia | 0.5 xG |
| Dominik Livakovic | Croatia | 29 keeper-save marker, 1 clean sheet |
Expected Goals Analysis
The xG comparison gives Portugal the edge. Portugal at 1.1 xG per game and Croatia at 0.8 xG per game. Portugal also take 4.4 more shots per game, so their attacking pressure looks more repeatable.
Croatia’s finishing line keeps the tie competitive. They have 1.7 goals per game from 0.8 xG, which points to efficient finishing from limited volume. The full-time update should separate open-play xG, set-play xG, shot locations, goalkeeper saves, and blocked shots once the official feed closes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is Portugal vs Croatia?
Portugal vs Croatia is scheduled for 2 July 2026 at 7:00 PM ET. FIFA lists the UTC kickoff as 23:00 at Toronto Stadium.
What are the Portugal vs Croatia xG stats?
Before kickoff, Portugal at 1.1 xG per game and Croatia at 0.8 xG per game. Portugal have the stronger chance-quality average.
Who has the better attacking stats?
Portugal have the stronger xG, shot volume, possession, and clean defensive base. Croatia have a higher conversion calculation from fewer shots.
Which players lead the key stats?
Cristiano Ronaldo leads Portugal with two goals, seven shots on goal, and 1.5 xG. Nikola Vlasic leads Croatia’s goals marker, while Ante Budimir leads their xG marker.
Will the stats update after full time?
Yes. Full match stats, xG, shots, possession, player data, and event details should replace the pre-match averages after the official feed closes.
Portugal vs Croatia stats favour Portugal for xG, shots, possession, goals against, and clean sheets before kickoff. Croatia need Modric, Kovacic, Vlasic, Budimir, and Livakovic to pull the game into a slower technical pattern. The full-time update should focus on whether Portugal’s control wins, or Croatia’s efficiency changes the knockout tie.
