Budimir’s winner keeps Croatia’s knockout hopes alive
Ante Budimir Goal
Croatia earned its first points in World Cup with a 1-0 win over Panama.
Both sides had no points before the match.
For Croatia, a win was necessary for their knockout hopes.
The first period passed without any goals being scored.
Croatia came out attacking more after halftime.
Ante Budimir scored in the 54th minute.
Josip Stanišić made an assist for the goal.
It was a very accurate finish by Budimir.
The team fought till the end of the game.
Croatia went on to third place in Group L with the win.
Panama was eliminated from knockout qualification.
Luka Modrić made his 200th international appearance.
Teammates carried the 40-year-old midfielder after the final whistle.
Cristian Martínez was named the Man of the Match.
Croatia will play against Ghana in its final Group stage game.
Panama will play against England in its final league match.
Ante Budimir Goal
