🔥 Czechia vs Croatia Preview – Can Kramaric Keep Firing?
Czechia vs Croatia Predictions
Croatia are flying in World Cup qualifying and don’t look like slowing down. After smashing Montenegro 4–0 last month, they’re heading to Prague full of confidence — and a perfect record to protect. Czechia, meanwhile, are struggling to get any momentum going.
🔥 Current Form
The visitors have been ruthless so far — four wins from four and not much sign of weakness. They’ve netted 17 goals already and only let in one, that being Tomas Soucek’s consolation strike in Osijek back in June.
Czechia, on the other hand, are in a bit of a rut. A draw with Saudi Arabia last time out didn’t exactly set the world on fire, and their performances have been patchy throughout this campaign.
⚔️ Head-to-Head Record
It’s pretty one-sided. Croatia thumped Czechia 5–1 at home earlier this year and have never actually lost to them. With that history, it’s hard to bet against the Kockasti doing the double.
🩺 Team News
Croatia are likely to stick with a strong lineup. Luka Modric and Mateo Kovacic should run the midfield, while Andrej Kramaric leads the line despite a quiet start to his club season at Hoffenheim.
Czechia will lean heavily on Soucek and Schick for inspiration, but they’ll need something special to break down Croatia’s rock-solid defense.
🎯 Prediction
A repeat of that 5–1 thrashing feels a bit far-fetched, especially away from home. But Croatia’s form and balance look too good right now. Expect a composed, professional job — something like a 2–0 Croatia win feels about right.
🌟 Players to Watch
Andrej Kramaric (Croatia): Six goals in four qualifiers. Even when club form dips, he shows up for his country.
Tomas Soucek (Czechia): The heartbeat of the Czech midfield. If they score, it’s probably through him.
💰 Betting Tips
Croatia to Win – The visitors are in cruise control.
Kramaric Anytime Scorer – He’s been lethal in qualifiers.
Under 3.5 Goals – Croatia are efficient, not reckless.
🏁 Final Say
Czechia will battle hard, but Croatia just look a level above right now. With Kramaric firing and the defense watertight, another three points are on the cards for the visitors.