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Croatia secures second place by defeating Ghana in World Cup clash

The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 11:26 PM

Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Croatia secures second place by defeating Ghana in World Cup clash

Summary

Croatia defeated Ghana on June 27 in Philadelphia, ensuring they finish second in Group L of the World Cup. The match saw exciting goals, with both teams showcasing their attacking prowess. This victory allows Croatia to advance in the tournament, while Ghana progresses to the knockout stage for the first time since 2010. The contest had implications for Olympic standings and FIFA's qualification matrix, as a draw would have altered their group positions significantly. Both teams displayed determination despite potential incentives to play conservatively.

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•Croatia beats Ghana to finish second in Group L
•Match held in Philadelphia on June 27
•Ghana advances to knockout stage for first time since 2010
•Both teams showcased attacking strategies during the match
•Impacts FIFA's qualification standings for the tournament

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11:26 PMThe Guardian Sport — Croatia snatch second by beating Ghana but both through to World Cup knockout stage

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It had been another rainy day in Philadelphia but that didn’t spoil the party. Sixty-eight thousand people in ponchos were still able to enjoy an intriguing contest defined by cracking goals, and one where both teams left the field happy. For Croatia, there was second place in Group L and a reminder that they remain a serious team. For Ghana, there was progress to the knockout rounds for the first time since 2010 and even some full-throttle attacking, for a few minutes at least. There were questions over what incentive either team would have to give their all. A goalless draw appeared to give each a good chance of progression through Fifa’s intricate qualification matrix. Croatia would have finished third, but with a potentially preferable route, Ghana would have finished in second place behind England. It would have been a nice and cosy settlement; but Croatia weren’t up for it. Continue reading...
— The Guardian Sportby Paul MacInnes at Philadelphia Stadium

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The Guardian SportJun 27, 2026, 11:26 PM
Croatia snatch second by beating Ghana but both through to World Cup knockout stage
It had been another rainy day in Philadelphia but that didn’t spoil the party. Sixty-eight thousand people in ponchos were still able to enjoy an intriguing contest defined by cracking goals, and one where both teams left the field happy. For Croatia, there was second place in Group L and a reminder that they remain a serious team. For Ghana, there was progress to the knockout rounds for the first time since 2010 and even some full-throttle attacking, for a few minutes at least. There were questions over what incentive either team would have to give their all. A goalless draw appeared to give each a good chance of progression through Fifa’s intricate qualification matrix. Croatia would have finished third, but with a potentially preferable route, Ghana would have finished in second place behind England. It would have been a nice and cosy settlement; but Croatia weren’t up for it. Continue reading...

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