Portugal Secures Top Spot in UEFA Nations League Group After 1-1 Draw with Croatia, Advancing to Quarter-Finals Despite Late Equalizer

Portugal played to a 1-1 draw against Croatia on November 18, 2024, in a key UEFA Nations League match at Stadion Poljud in Split.

João Félix opened the scoring for Portugal in the 33rd minute with an assist from Vitinha. 

Croatia responded in the 65th minute, with Joško Gvardiol scoring from a pass by Kristijan Jakic​​​​.

Despite the draw, Portugal has already secured top spot in their group, having amassed enough points to guarantee their progression to the quarter-finals. This result confirms their dominance in the group, leaving Croatia with work to do in their pursuit of qualification​​.