Scotland hosted Croatia at Hampden Park in Glasgow in the UEFA Nations League on Friday, November 13 and secured a late 1-0 win.
The two teams made decent but cautious starts to the contest as they were wary of giving away an early goal. Scotland and Croatia shared exactly equal possession in the first half, with the hosts attempting one shot on target compared to four from the visitors. However, neither side could take the advantage as they were tied goalless at the break.
Both Steve Clarke and Zlatko Dalic made changes in the second half as they looked to grab the advantage as the game progressed. Scotland played with more intent while Croatia waited to pounce on any potential mistakes. Substitute John McGinn grabbed the late winner in the 86th minute with a smart finish to secure the result for his nation.
On that note, let’s take a look at the player ratings for both teams.
Scotland Player Ratings vs Croatia
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Goalkeeper
Craig Gordon – 7/10
Gordon made four saves against Croatia to earn his clean sheet in this match.
Defenders
Anthony Ralston – 7/10
Ralston won three duels and made one block. He also played four long balls and one cross.
John Souttar – 7.5/10
Souttar won all seven of his duels in a solid defensive performance. He also made two clearances and one interception and played one long ball.
Grant Hanley – 6.5/10
Hanley had a decent first half but was subbed off during the interval. He won one duel and made two clearances.
Andrew Robertson – 7.5/10
Scotland’s captain had a good game as he won two duels and made eight clearances. He also played one key pass.
Midfielders
Billy Gilmour – 6.5/10
Gilmour won two duels and attempted two shots that were off-target in a decent performance.
Scott McTominay – 6.5/10
McTominay played the entire 90 minutes but was unable to impact the proceedings much.
Kenny McLean – 6.5/10
McLean started the match and played for 67 minutes and helped his team keep possession well.
Forwards
Ben Doak – 7/10
Doak played two key passes, completed two dribbles and won three duels in a good performance on the right flank for Scotland.
Tommy Conway – 6/10
Conway did not pose a single threat to the Croatian defence as failed to attempt a single shot.
Ryan Christie – 6.5/10
Christie played one key pass and won four duels in a decent performance for his team. However, he failed to attempt a single shot.
Substitutes
Scott McKenna – 6.5/10
He replaced Hanley and put in a decent performance to finish the game.
John McGinn – 7.5/10
He replaced McLean and had a great outing for Scotland as he grabbed the winner in the 86th minute.
Lyndon Dukes – 6/10
Dukes replaced Conway but failed to make any impact up front as well.
Ryan Gauld – 7/10
Gauld replaced Christie and looked sharp on the ball in an encouraging cameo.
Stuart Armstrong – N/A
He played less than 10 minutes and hence does not warrant a rating.
Manager
Steve Clarke – 7.5/10
Clarke made the decision to bring on McGinn and the player won him the game.
Croatia Player Ratings vs Scotland
Goalkeeper
Dominik Kotarski – 6.5/10
Kotarski made just one save in a decent performance against Scotland.
Defenders
Kristijan Jakic – 6.5/10
Jakic had a decent game but was subbed off in the second half after picking up a knock.
Josip Sutalo – 6/10
Sutalo made one error that led to a shot and was dispossessed six times.
Duje Caleta-Car – 7/10
Despite being booked he had a good game, winning two duels and making seven clearances and one interception.
Josko Gvardiol – 7/10
Gvardiol had a decent game as he won four duels, making two clearances and one interception. He also completed two dribbles.
Midfielders
Luka Modric – 8/10
Modric played two key passes, and four long balls and won eight of his nine duels in a commanding performance in midfield.
Petar Sucic – 5/10
He received two first-half yellow cards and was sent off a few minutes before halftime in a poor performance.
Mateo Kovacic – 7/10
Kovacic played one key pass and won two duels in a decent performance.
Forwards
Luka Sucic – 7.5/10
Sukic passed the ball with 94% accuracy, including two key passes and one cross. He also won three duels and attempted one shot on target.
Andrej Kramaric – 7/10
Kramaric had a decent game up front as he played for 66 minutes. He played one key pass and attempted one shot on target.
Martin Baturina – 6.5/10
Baturina had an average game for Croatia on the left flank and was subbed off after 75 minutes.
Substitutes
Ivan Perisic – 6.5/10
Perisic had a decent game as he replaced Luka Sucic shortly after the hour-mark.
Mario Pasalic – 6/10
He came on in place of Kramaric and could not make an impact on the proceedings.
Nikola Vlasic – 6.5/10
He replaced Baturina but could not help Croatia get on the scoresheet.
Marko Pjaca – N/A
He played less than 10 minutes and hence does not warrant a rating.
Manager
Zlatko Dalic – 6.5/10
Dalic made some decent changes as well but was unlucky to lose out.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q. What was the result of Scotland vs Croatia?
A. Scotland secured a late 1-0 win against Croatia.
Q. When was Scotland vs Croatia?
A. The game kicked-off at Hampden Park on November 15 at 8:45 PM GMT.
Q. Who was the man of the match in Scotland vs Croatia?
A. Luka Modric of Croatia was the man of the match.
Q. Who was the worst performer in Scotland vs Croatia?
A. Petar Sucic of Croatia was the worst performer.