Croatia finishes as Group L runners-up after 2-1 victory over Ghana
Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 11:24 PM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Croatia secured a 2-1 win against Ghana in Philadelphia on June 27, 2026, ensuring a place as Group L runners-up. Petar Sucic scored first for Croatia in the 31st minute, followed by Derrick Luckassen's equalizer for Ghana in the 73rd minute after a VAR review. Nikola Vlasic netted the decisive goal for Croatia in the 83rd minute, heading in a corner from Luka Modric. The victory allows Croatia to advance to face Portugal, while Ghana's defeat means they will play Colombia in the next round. The match concluded Ghana's participation in the tournament.
- •Croatia wins 2-1 against Ghana in Group L match.
- •Sucic opens the scoring with a long-range goal.
- •Luckassen equalizes for Ghana before halftime.
- •Vlasic scores the winner late in the second half.
- •Croatia will play Portugal in the knockout stage.
"Croatia sealed their spot as Group L runners-up after a 2-1 win over Ghana in Philadelphia.
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