Croatia vs Italy: A History of Group Stage Meetings

Three Times the Charm

Croatia and Italy will face off for the third time at a major tournament when they meet in the group stage of UEFA EURO 2024. Both previous meetings have taken place in the group stage, with Croatia emerging victorious in 2002 and Italy drawing in 2012.

2002 FIFA World Cup

Croatia and Italy's first meeting at a major tournament came in the 2002 FIFA World Cup. The match ended 2-1 in favor of Croatia, with goals from Ivica Olic and Milan Rapaic. Italy's lone goal came from Christian Vieri.

UEFA EURO 2012

Ten years later, Croatia and Italy met again in the group stage of UEFA EURO 2012. This time, the match ended in a 1-1 draw. Andre Pirlo scored for Italy, while Mario Mandzukic equalized for Croatia.

UEFA EURO 2024

The third meeting between Croatia and Italy at a major tournament will take place on June 24, 2024, in the group stage of UEFA EURO 2024. Both teams will be looking to secure a place in the knockout stages with a victory.