Croatia vs Morocco Prediction: Can Morocco Finish Third and Upset Croatia?

In the upcoming fixture of the FIFA World Cup 2022, Croatia will play Morocco for Bronze. Croatia and Morocco demonstrated agile and proficient gameplay in the Quarter Final, defeating Brazil and Portugal. Going in the game, both sides have much on the line, hence we can expect a thrilling encounter between the two. There’s no doubt that Morocco and Croatia expressed themselves fully and continued in their merry way until the semifinals. Not to forget that both Croatia and Morocco hail from Group F and tied their previous meeting (0-0) in November 2022. 

Croatia - Lost to Argentina 3-0 (LWWDW)

Going in the contest, Croatia is coming off a defeat against Argentina (3-0), in which Croatia had a 61% possession but were unable to make most of the opportunities coming their way. With an accurate passing percentage of 87% and 12 shots in total, Croatia tried expressing themselves fully, but failed to stop Messi and Alvarez. For tomorrow’s game, Marcelo Brozovic might not be made part of the initial playing eleven due to muscle injury. Croatia has much to recover as most of their defenders are either injured or having fitness concerns, making the process of selection extremely tough and mind jolting.

Expected Opening Lineup for Croatia

Livakovic; Juranovic, Lovren, Sutalo, Sosa; Modric, Jakic, Kovacic; Vlasic, Kramaric, Perisic

Morocco - Can Hakimi Make an Impact? (LWWWW)

In the upcoming fixture, Morocco will be looking to keep itself ahead of the game and focus on the brighter aspect of the match. Moreover, Morocco should take reasonable confidence from the last game against France. However, the final scoreline didn’t reflect their persistent and energetic game, but they were certainly charging and striking the ball. Talking about the injuries, Romain Saiss, Noussair Mazraoui, and Naif Aguerd might not be made part of the lineup due to injuries.

Expected Opening Lineup for Morocco

Bono; Hakimi, El-Yamiq, Dari, Attiyat-Allah; Ounahi, Amrabat, Amallah; Ziyech, En-Nesyri, Boufal

Expert Betting Tips

Going in the game, both teams have injury related concerns, however, their confidence and motivation for the final will be intact. Hakimi can pull out another upset and defeat Croatia. This might be the first time that an African muslim nation has secured the Bronze in the history of FIFA World Cup. The predicted score line is likely to be 0-1 or 0-2 and Croatia to struggle in clearing Morocco’s defense.

• Morocco to Win for 3.00
• Hakim Ziyech To Assist 1 + Goal & Morocco to Win for 6.50
• Total Under 2.5 for 1.96