Argentina vs Croatia: World Cup head-to-head record
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Argentina leads Croatia 2-1 in their all-time World Cup head-to-head record across three meetings between 1998-2022. The Albiceleste won their first encounter 1-0 in 1998 and bounced back from a heavy 2018 defeat with a commanding 3-0 semi-final victory in Qatar 2022.
Croatia's sole World Cup victory over Argentina came in the 2018 group stage with a stunning 3-0 result that knocked Argentina to the brink of elimination, making their 2022 semi-final revenge all the sweeter for Lionel Messi and company.
Complete World Cup Meeting History
The Argentina-Croatia rivalry at World Cups spans nearly 25 years, with each encounter producing decisive results and no drawn matches. Their first meeting in 1998 came during Croatia's breakthrough tournament as an independent nation, while their most recent clash in Qatar 2022 helped propel Argentina to their third World Cup title.
| Year | Stage | Result | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | Group Stage (Matchday 3) | Argentina Win | 1-0 |
| 2018 | Group Stage (Matchday 8) | Croatia Win | 0-3 |
| 2022 | Semi-final | Argentina Win | 3-0 |
For tracking future World Cup 2026 meetings and building your tournament bracket, Bola 2026 provides comprehensive coverage of all matches and live scores. The next chapter of this rivalry could unfold in North America as both nations typically qualify for World Cups.
Frequently asked questions
How many times have Argentina and Croatia played at World Cups?
Argentina and Croatia have met 3 times at World Cups - in 1998 (Argentina won 1-0), 2018 (Croatia won 3-0), and 2022 (Argentina won 3-0).
What is Argentina's biggest World Cup win over Croatia?
Argentina's biggest World Cup victory over Croatia was 3-0 in the 2022 semi-final, which helped them reach the final they eventually won.
When did Croatia beat Argentina at a World Cup?
Croatia beat Argentina 3-0 in the 2018 World Cup group stage, their only World Cup victory in this head-to-head matchup.