Croatia secures 1-0 win over Panama in World Cup match

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Last updated Jun 24, 2026

Croatia secures 1-0 win over Panama in World Cup match
Summary

Croatia earned a crucial 1-0 victory against Panama in Group L of the World Cup on June 24 in Toronto. The win marked Croatia's first points of the tournament, boosting their chances of advancing to the Round of 32. Ante Budimir scored the only goal in the 54th minute, assisted by Josip Stanišić, while goalkeeper Dominik Livaković made several key saves. Petar Sučić came off the bench in the 72nd minute and received a yellow card in stoppage time. Croatia's next match is scheduled against Ghana on June 27.

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  • Croatia won 1-0 against Panama in Toronto.
  • Ante Budimir scored the match-winning goal.
  • Dominik Livaković made several important saves.
  • Petar Sučić appeared as a substitute in the match.
  • Croatia faces Ghana on June 27.
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A hard-fought but crucial victory for Croatia in Group L of the World Cup. Zlatko Dalić’s side secured a 1-0 win over Panama in Toronto, earning their first points of the tournament and moving a st...

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