Match story
- Croatia created the clearer chances on xG (1.49 vs 0.90, Δ 0.59).
- Italy fired more attempts (12 vs 6 shots).
- Croatia was more accurate in front of goal (67% on target vs 25%).
- Italy held more of the ball (53% possession).
Croatia and Italy drew 1-1 in Euro Championship. The fixture is part of the Group B - 3 stage in the 2024 season. The match was played at Red Bull Arena in Leipzig. D. Makkelie officiated the match. The full-time result capped a Croatia vs Italy meeting in Euro Championship with detailed post-match statistics available on Sportra. This match centre covers lineups, live events, player ratings, team statistics, xG, head-to-head history, and related news for Croatia and Italy. On Sportra you can view xG, lineups, match statistics, events, player ratings, predictions, head-to-head history, and related news for this fixture.
Euro ChampionshipRecorded meetings: 1 (available previous meetings, not necessarily all-time).
CroatiaCroatia and Italy drew 1-1 in Euro Championship. The fixture is part of the Group B - 3 stage in the 2024 season. The match was played at Red Bull Arena in Leipzig. D. Makkelie officiated the match. The full-time result capped a Croatia vs Italy meeting in Euro Championship with detailed post-match statistics available on Sportra. This match centre covers lineups, live events, player ratings, team statistics, xG, head-to-head history, and related news for Croatia and Italy. On Sportra you can view xG, lineups, match statistics, events, player ratings, predictions, head-to-head history, and related news for this fixture.
Euro ChampionshipRecorded meetings: 1 (available previous meetings, not necessarily all-time).
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Manchester City may struggle to make the Premier League’s top four, says Frank Leboeuf (Picture: ESPN) Frank Leboeuf has dropped Manchester City from second down to fifth in his Premier League prediction following the side’s Community Shield defeat to Arsenal. Enzo Maresca was given a rude awakening in his first official match in the dugout since taking over the reins from Pep Guardiola, with his City side falling desperately short of expectations in a heavy 3-0 loss in Cardiff. Riccardo Calafiori put Arsenal in front inside just 24 seconds and City offered very little by way of response before the Premier League champions further increased the deficit through Kai Havertz on the half-hour mark. Christos Tzolis provided the assist for Havertz on his full Arsenal debut and the impressive Greek added a second to his name just moments into the second half as Martin Odegaard kept his cool to put the contest to bed. Get the latest transfer news every morning Sign up to our daily football newsletter for personalised updates on who your team is trying to sign and who won't be around next season. Maresca, who cut a frustrated figure on the touchline for the most part at the Principality Stadium, will be under pressure to find immediate answers ahead of City’s top-flight opener with Bournemouth on Sunday. The Gunners, meanwhile, will brimming with confidence heading into their clash versus Frank Lampard’s newly promoted Coventry City on Friday night. Prior to a ball being kicked in the Welsh capital, ex-France and Chelsea defender Leboeuf backed City to repeat what they achieved last season in the Premier League by finishing second. Maresca’s City begin the top-flight season versus Bournemouth this weekend (Picture: Getty) Frank Leboeuf's new top-six prediction Arsenal Chelsea Manchester United Liverpool Manchester City Tottenham But speaking to ESPN in the aftermath, Leboeuf revealed that City had vanished from his top-four prediction – with Chelsea, Manchester United and Liverpool all jumping up a place behind his favourites Arsenal. ‘Exactly. We are judging on one game, present time and Manchester City are not ready,’ he explained. ‘They are missing players, some are not fit, I don’t see Marc Guehi on the bench, I see maybe Guehi instead of Josko Gvardiol and Gvardiol maybe somewhere else. ‘For sure, Elliot Anderson wasn’t ready and I don’t even talk about Erling Haaland who was a ghost, so they’re not ready. {"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org","@type":"VideoObject","name":"Arteta says Community Shield statement win proves Arsenal are 'ready for it'","contentUrl":"https:\/\/videos.metro.co.uk\/video\/met\/2026\/08\/17\/7779755569864816200\/480x270_MP4_7779755569864816200.mp4","description":"Mikel Arteta hailed Arsenal's desire \"to go straight again\" after Manchester City were overwhelmed 3-0 by the Premier League champions in the Community Shield.","duration":"T8M14S","height":270,"thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/i.dailymail.com\/1s\/2026\/08\/17\/07\/110678029-0-image-a-8_1786947795231.jpg","uploadDate":"2026-08-17T07:22:17+0100","width":480} To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video Up Next Previous Page Next Page window.addEventListener('metroVideo:relatedVideosCarouselLoaded', function(data) { if (typeof(data.detail) === 'undefined' || typeof(data.detail.carousel) === 'undefined' || typeof(data.detail.carousel.el_) === 'undefined') { return; } var player = data.detail.carousel.el_; var container = player.closest('.metro-video-player'); var placeholder = container.querySelector('.metro-video-player__up-next-placeholder'); if (placeholder) { container.removeChild(placeholder); container.classList.add('metro-video-player--related-videos-loaded'); } }); ‘I played in two Community Shields, I never thought it was a friendly game. That’s not a pre-season game. ‘You are one week away from the beginning of the Premier League, it’s not a friendly game. It’s a game you have to w
Two camps who will turn their attention back to Champions League qualifying duties on Tuesday night, Dinamo Zagreb will welcome Viking to Croatia. With Europe’s elite domestic leagues set to make their respective returns over the next week, there are plenty of eye-catching betting promotions available. Verdict: Dinamo Zagreb win Best Odds: 8/11 Bookmaker: 1xBet Dinamo […] The post Prediction: Dinamo Zagreb vs Viking appeared first on SoccerNews.
Manchester City midfielder Mateo Kovacic has urged fans to give Enzo Maresca's side time after their 3-0 loss to Arsenal in the Community Shield. Arsenal are a team who when they score they are good and stay in the lead. "It has been different under Maresca and I think it will take time, which is normal for new things, but he has adapted really well and we have a good connection with him."
Manchester United are considering Freiburg forward Igor Matanović as Michael Carrick looks to ensure his attack has enough depth for the new season. United already have Benjamin Sesko as their main centre-forward, but Joshua Zirkzee’s uncertain future could create space for another striker. Want more CaughtOffside coverage? Add us as a preferred source on Google […] The post Sources: Man United have internally discussed signing 6ft 4in Bundesliga attacker appeared first on CaughtOffside.
With his penalty against Nashville SC, Lionel Messi has reached three consecutive misses from the 12 yards between Argentina and Inter Miami, tying the worst record in his career. Lionel Messi‘s return to Major League Soccer action was far from a dream night, as he failed to convert a penalty during Inter Miami‘s humbling 4-1 loss to Nashville SC on Saturday. The failed attempt marks his third consecutive missed penalty across competitions for club and with the Argentina national team, matching the longest spot-kick drought of his career. After Andy Najar put Nashville ahead in the 17th minute off an accurate cross from Elias Saad, Inter Miami pressed aggressively for an immediate equalizer. Following a lofted pass over the defense from Casemiro, Luis Suarez controlled the ball, cut back onto his left foot, and was brought down in the box by Jeisson Palacios after a mistimed tackle in the 22nd minute. Messi stepped up to the spot, using a stutter-step approach to try and freeze Brian Schwake. Though the goalkeeper committed early and dived to his right, Schwake managed to stick out his legs and make the save. Sergio Reguilon pounced on the rebound and slotted it into the back of the net, but the goal was quickly disallowed due to encroaching into the penalty area. Failing to convert from the spot against Nashville extends Messi’s current slide to three straight misses from 12 yards out. Saturday’s failure was also his second missed penalty in an Inter Miami shirt, with the first occurring back in September 2025 during a 3-0 regular-season defeat against Charlotte FC. Lionel Messi #10 of Inter Miami CF takes a misses the penalty against Nashville SC. (Carly Mackler/Getty Images) The penalty miss against Nashville highlights a rare dip in execution for the Argentine legend when facing opposing goalkeepers from the spot. During the 2026 World Cup with Argentina, he dragged a penalty wide in a group-stage match against Austria, and had another attempt saved by Mostafa Shobeir in a round of 16 clash against Egypt, bringing his total to three straight failures. Despite the recent slump, Messi remains one of the premier dead-ball technicians in modern soccer history. Across 149 career penalty attempts for club and country, the forward has converted 114 times while missing 35, maintaining a respectable 76.5% conversion rate. When did Messi last miss three consecutive penalties? As the captain and primary penalty taker for both Inter Miami and Argentina, Messi naturally carries the responsibility whenever a spot kick is awarded. While this three-match slump is an unusual sight, it is not the first time he has endured a cold stretch from the spot. The only other time Lionel Messi missed three consecutive penalties was back in 2014 while playing for FC Barcelona and Argentina. That run began in an April 2014 match against Real Betis, where Antonio Adan saved a late attempt in the 86th minute. His next miss came that September in a 5-0 win over Levante UD when he fired completely wide, followed by an October friendly with Argentina where Brazil goalkeeper Jefferson stopped his 40th-minute effort. Messi ultimately snapped that 2014 drought in November during an international friendly against Croatia at Boleyn Ground, converting from the spot to secure a 2-1 victory. Inter Miami return to action next Wednesday against the Philadelphia Union, where Messi will look to end his current drought or risk setting an unprecedented personal low.
With Rodri reportedly set to join Barcelona for a $87.8M fee, the lineup alongside Lamine Yamal and Pedri starts to take shape. Rodri‘s potential transfer to FC Barcelona has emerged as one of the defining storylines of the 2026 summer transfer window. With the Blaugrana and Manchester City reportedly reaching a full agreement on an $87.8 million fee, Hansi Flick’s squad is beginning to take definitive shape as the star midfielder prepares to slot in alongside Lamine Yamal and Pedri. According to David Ornstein of The Athletic, Manchester City have agreed to a package worth up to 76.5 million euros ($87.8M USD) for Rodri to complete his move to Barcelona. The Spanish midfielder, who was entering the final year of his contract with the Sky Blues, will sign a long-term deal keeping him at the Catalan club through June 2030. The deal consists of a guaranteed base fee of 60 million euros ($65.8M USD), with the remaining 16.5 million euros structured in performance-based add-ons. The Athletic reports that 11 million euros of those incentives are considered easily achievable, giving Manchester City full confidence in recouping at least 71.5 million euros from the transaction. Barcelona have held a long-standing interest in Rodri and accelerated negotiations once the midfielder made it clear he preferred a move to the Camp Nou over competing interest from Real Madrid. After being left out of Manchester City’s squad for the FA Community Shield against Arsenal, travel arrangements and medical examinations are now being finalized to officially complete the transfer. Mateo Kovacic of Croatia battles for possession with Rodri and Pedri of Spain. (Julian Finney/Getty Images) How does Rodri fit in Barcelona? Barcelona have previously struggled to establish a firm identity during brief coaching tenures under Quique Setien and Ronald Koeman, though Xavi Hernandez brought initial structural stability. However, since Hansi Flick took charge and Lamine Yamal emerged as a generational superstar, the Blaugrana have re-established themselves as one of Europe’s most formidable attacking forces. Bringing tactical principles refined during his time at Bayern Munich and the Germany national team, Flick introduced a far more direct, vertical playing style while preserving Barcelona’s traditional possession-based roots. However, that high-octane verticality often proved to be a double-edged sword, leaving the back line vulnerable whenever an opponent bypassed the team’s high press. This dynamic produced several chaotic, high-scoring affairs, including a 7-2 win over Newcastle United, a 3-3 draw against Club Brugge, a 5-4 thriller over Benfica, and a wild 7-6 aggregate semifinals series against Inter Milan in 2024-25. While thrilling for neutral observers, those frantic games revealed a lingering tactical imbalance despite Barcelona remaining committed to their press and high defensive line. That aggressive approach, while effective domestically, exposed vulnerabilities in Flick’s pursuit of European silverware. By adding Rodri to the midfield engine room, the German manager gains a elite defensive anchor capable of dictating tempo rather than forcing rapid transitions, providing vital structural balance through his world-class distribution and defensive positioning. Projected lineup for Barcelona with Rodri’s arrival With Rodri’s arrival, Barcelona’s starting defensive unit is expected to remain largely intact. Joan Garcia will start in goal, flanked by Jules Kounde at right back, Alejandro Balde at left back, and the tandem of Pau Cubarsi and Gerard Martin operating at center back. In midfield, Rodri and Pedri are projected to form a double pivot, albeit with distinctly complementary responsibilities. Operating as the deep-lying playmaker, Rodri will drop between the center backs to anchor the build-up phase, unlocking Pedri to advance into a traditional No. 8 role where he can dribble and feed line-breaking passes to the front line. With Robert Lewando
SC Paderborn are reportedly closing in on the signing of former Bayern Munich attacking prospect Gabriel Vidovic from Dinamo Zagreb. According to Croatian outlet Sportske Novosti, Paderborn are prepar...
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Manchester City may struggle to make the Premier League’s top four, says Frank Leboeuf (Picture: ESPN) Frank Leboeuf has dropped Manchester City from second down to fifth in his Premier League prediction following the side’s Community Shield defeat to Arsenal. Enzo Maresca was given a rude awakening in his first official match in the dugout since taking over the reins from Pep Guardiola, with his City side falling desperately short of expectations in a heavy 3-0 loss in Cardiff. Riccardo Calafiori put Arsenal in front inside just 24 seconds and City offered very little by way of response before the Premier League champions further increased the deficit through Kai Havertz on the half-hour mark. Christos Tzolis provided the assist for Havertz on his full Arsenal debut and the impressive Greek added a second to his name just moments into the second half as Martin Odegaard kept his cool to put the contest to bed. Get the latest transfer news every morning Sign up to our daily football newsletter for personalised updates on who your team is trying to sign and who won't be around next season. Maresca, who cut a frustrated figure on the touchline for the most part at the Principality Stadium, will be under pressure to find immediate answers ahead of City’s top-flight opener with Bournemouth on Sunday. The Gunners, meanwhile, will brimming with confidence heading into their clash versus Frank Lampard’s newly promoted Coventry City on Friday night. Prior to a ball being kicked in the Welsh capital, ex-France and Chelsea defender Leboeuf backed City to repeat what they achieved last season in the Premier League by finishing second. Maresca’s City begin the top-flight season versus Bournemouth this weekend (Picture: Getty) Frank Leboeuf's new top-six prediction Arsenal Chelsea Manchester United Liverpool Manchester City Tottenham But speaking to ESPN in the aftermath, Leboeuf revealed that City had vanished from his top-four prediction – with Chelsea, Manchester United and Liverpool all jumping up a place behind his favourites Arsenal. ‘Exactly. We are judging on one game, present time and Manchester City are not ready,’ he explained. ‘They are missing players, some are not fit, I don’t see Marc Guehi on the bench, I see maybe Guehi instead of Josko Gvardiol and Gvardiol maybe somewhere else. ‘For sure, Elliot Anderson wasn’t ready and I don’t even talk about Erling Haaland who was a ghost, so they’re not ready. {"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org","@type":"VideoObject","name":"Arteta says Community Shield statement win proves Arsenal are 'ready for it'","contentUrl":"https:\/\/videos.metro.co.uk\/video\/met\/2026\/08\/17\/7779755569864816200\/480x270_MP4_7779755569864816200.mp4","description":"Mikel Arteta hailed Arsenal's desire \"to go straight again\" after Manchester City were overwhelmed 3-0 by the Premier League champions in the Community Shield.","duration":"T8M14S","height":270,"thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/i.dailymail.com\/1s\/2026\/08\/17\/07\/110678029-0-image-a-8_1786947795231.jpg","uploadDate":"2026-08-17T07:22:17+0100","width":480} To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video Up Next Previous Page Next Page window.addEventListener('metroVideo:relatedVideosCarouselLoaded', function(data) { if (typeof(data.detail) === 'undefined' || typeof(data.detail.carousel) === 'undefined' || typeof(data.detail.carousel.el_) === 'undefined') { return; } var player = data.detail.carousel.el_; var container = player.closest('.metro-video-player'); var placeholder = container.querySelector('.metro-video-player__up-next-placeholder'); if (placeholder) { container.removeChild(placeholder); container.classList.add('metro-video-player--related-videos-loaded'); } }); ‘I played in two Community Shields, I never thought it was a friendly game. That’s not a pre-season game. ‘You are one week away from the beginning of the Premier League, it’s not a friendly game. It’s a game you have to w
Two camps who will turn their attention back to Champions League qualifying duties on Tuesday night, Dinamo Zagreb will welcome Viking to Croatia. With Europe’s elite domestic leagues set to make their respective returns over the next week, there are plenty of eye-catching betting promotions available. Verdict: Dinamo Zagreb win Best Odds: 8/11 Bookmaker: 1xBet Dinamo […] The post Prediction: Dinamo Zagreb vs Viking appeared first on SoccerNews.
Manchester City midfielder Mateo Kovacic has urged fans to give Enzo Maresca's side time after their 3-0 loss to Arsenal in the Community Shield. Arsenal are a team who when they score they are good and stay in the lead. "It has been different under Maresca and I think it will take time, which is normal for new things, but he has adapted really well and we have a good connection with him."
Manchester United are considering Freiburg forward Igor Matanović as Michael Carrick looks to ensure his attack has enough depth for the new season. United already have Benjamin Sesko as their main centre-forward, but Joshua Zirkzee’s uncertain future could create space for another striker. Want more CaughtOffside coverage? Add us as a preferred source on Google […] The post Sources: Man United have internally discussed signing 6ft 4in Bundesliga attacker appeared first on CaughtOffside.
With his penalty against Nashville SC, Lionel Messi has reached three consecutive misses from the 12 yards between Argentina and Inter Miami, tying the worst record in his career. Lionel Messi‘s return to Major League Soccer action was far from a dream night, as he failed to convert a penalty during Inter Miami‘s humbling 4-1 loss to Nashville SC on Saturday. The failed attempt marks his third consecutive missed penalty across competitions for club and with the Argentina national team, matching the longest spot-kick drought of his career. After Andy Najar put Nashville ahead in the 17th minute off an accurate cross from Elias Saad, Inter Miami pressed aggressively for an immediate equalizer. Following a lofted pass over the defense from Casemiro, Luis Suarez controlled the ball, cut back onto his left foot, and was brought down in the box by Jeisson Palacios after a mistimed tackle in the 22nd minute. Messi stepped up to the spot, using a stutter-step approach to try and freeze Brian Schwake. Though the goalkeeper committed early and dived to his right, Schwake managed to stick out his legs and make the save. Sergio Reguilon pounced on the rebound and slotted it into the back of the net, but the goal was quickly disallowed due to encroaching into the penalty area. Failing to convert from the spot against Nashville extends Messi’s current slide to three straight misses from 12 yards out. Saturday’s failure was also his second missed penalty in an Inter Miami shirt, with the first occurring back in September 2025 during a 3-0 regular-season defeat against Charlotte FC. Lionel Messi #10 of Inter Miami CF takes a misses the penalty against Nashville SC. (Carly Mackler/Getty Images) The penalty miss against Nashville highlights a rare dip in execution for the Argentine legend when facing opposing goalkeepers from the spot. During the 2026 World Cup with Argentina, he dragged a penalty wide in a group-stage match against Austria, and had another attempt saved by Mostafa Shobeir in a round of 16 clash against Egypt, bringing his total to three straight failures. Despite the recent slump, Messi remains one of the premier dead-ball technicians in modern soccer history. Across 149 career penalty attempts for club and country, the forward has converted 114 times while missing 35, maintaining a respectable 76.5% conversion rate. When did Messi last miss three consecutive penalties? As the captain and primary penalty taker for both Inter Miami and Argentina, Messi naturally carries the responsibility whenever a spot kick is awarded. While this three-match slump is an unusual sight, it is not the first time he has endured a cold stretch from the spot. The only other time Lionel Messi missed three consecutive penalties was back in 2014 while playing for FC Barcelona and Argentina. That run began in an April 2014 match against Real Betis, where Antonio Adan saved a late attempt in the 86th minute. His next miss came that September in a 5-0 win over Levante UD when he fired completely wide, followed by an October friendly with Argentina where Brazil goalkeeper Jefferson stopped his 40th-minute effort. Messi ultimately snapped that 2014 drought in November during an international friendly against Croatia at Boleyn Ground, converting from the spot to secure a 2-1 victory. Inter Miami return to action next Wednesday against the Philadelphia Union, where Messi will look to end his current drought or risk setting an unprecedented personal low.
With Rodri reportedly set to join Barcelona for a $87.8M fee, the lineup alongside Lamine Yamal and Pedri starts to take shape. Rodri‘s potential transfer to FC Barcelona has emerged as one of the defining storylines of the 2026 summer transfer window. With the Blaugrana and Manchester City reportedly reaching a full agreement on an $87.8 million fee, Hansi Flick’s squad is beginning to take definitive shape as the star midfielder prepares to slot in alongside Lamine Yamal and Pedri. According to David Ornstein of The Athletic, Manchester City have agreed to a package worth up to 76.5 million euros ($87.8M USD) for Rodri to complete his move to Barcelona. The Spanish midfielder, who was entering the final year of his contract with the Sky Blues, will sign a long-term deal keeping him at the Catalan club through June 2030. The deal consists of a guaranteed base fee of 60 million euros ($65.8M USD), with the remaining 16.5 million euros structured in performance-based add-ons. The Athletic reports that 11 million euros of those incentives are considered easily achievable, giving Manchester City full confidence in recouping at least 71.5 million euros from the transaction. Barcelona have held a long-standing interest in Rodri and accelerated negotiations once the midfielder made it clear he preferred a move to the Camp Nou over competing interest from Real Madrid. After being left out of Manchester City’s squad for the FA Community Shield against Arsenal, travel arrangements and medical examinations are now being finalized to officially complete the transfer. Mateo Kovacic of Croatia battles for possession with Rodri and Pedri of Spain. (Julian Finney/Getty Images) How does Rodri fit in Barcelona? Barcelona have previously struggled to establish a firm identity during brief coaching tenures under Quique Setien and Ronald Koeman, though Xavi Hernandez brought initial structural stability. However, since Hansi Flick took charge and Lamine Yamal emerged as a generational superstar, the Blaugrana have re-established themselves as one of Europe’s most formidable attacking forces. Bringing tactical principles refined during his time at Bayern Munich and the Germany national team, Flick introduced a far more direct, vertical playing style while preserving Barcelona’s traditional possession-based roots. However, that high-octane verticality often proved to be a double-edged sword, leaving the back line vulnerable whenever an opponent bypassed the team’s high press. This dynamic produced several chaotic, high-scoring affairs, including a 7-2 win over Newcastle United, a 3-3 draw against Club Brugge, a 5-4 thriller over Benfica, and a wild 7-6 aggregate semifinals series against Inter Milan in 2024-25. While thrilling for neutral observers, those frantic games revealed a lingering tactical imbalance despite Barcelona remaining committed to their press and high defensive line. That aggressive approach, while effective domestically, exposed vulnerabilities in Flick’s pursuit of European silverware. By adding Rodri to the midfield engine room, the German manager gains a elite defensive anchor capable of dictating tempo rather than forcing rapid transitions, providing vital structural balance through his world-class distribution and defensive positioning. Projected lineup for Barcelona with Rodri’s arrival With Rodri’s arrival, Barcelona’s starting defensive unit is expected to remain largely intact. Joan Garcia will start in goal, flanked by Jules Kounde at right back, Alejandro Balde at left back, and the tandem of Pau Cubarsi and Gerard Martin operating at center back. In midfield, Rodri and Pedri are projected to form a double pivot, albeit with distinctly complementary responsibilities. Operating as the deep-lying playmaker, Rodri will drop between the center backs to anchor the build-up phase, unlocking Pedri to advance into a traditional No. 8 role where he can dribble and feed line-breaking passes to the front line. With Robert Lewando
SC Paderborn are reportedly closing in on the signing of former Bayern Munich attacking prospect Gabriel Vidovic from Dinamo Zagreb. According to Croatian outlet Sportske Novosti, Paderborn are prepar...
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