Croatia qualified for the Round of 16 of the 2022 FIFA World Cup Qatar on the back of their draw against Belgium. In a game where Belgium needed to win in order to qualify, they hit the post through striker and top scorer Romelu Lukaku, who also missed a sitter in the dying embers of the match.
Croatia needed just a point to progress, and they managed it through their determined defensive display.
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Key Performances
Josko Gvardiol: A brilliant defensive performance from the RB Leipzig defender helped his side to a clean sheet, which ensured their qualification.
Borna Sosa: His crosses into the box created numerous chances for the Red and White stripes as he was a constant threat from the left back position.
Jeremy Doku: The shining light in a cloudy Belgian attacking display. The Rennes man managed to play his heart out, but it wasn't enough.
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Aftermath
Belgium have been knocked out of the World Cup, finishing third behind Croatia and Morocco with 4 points. Croatia managed to finish second behind Morocco with 5 points after drawing with Belgium, qualifying for the Round of 16 of the Qatar World Cup.