Kovac Croatia World Cup Midfield Leadership
Niko Kovač contributes midfield discipline to Croatia's 2002 World Cup campaign, helping the side compete against Italy, Mexico and Ecuador in a difficult group.
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2002 in Croatia
Explore 4 historical events and records for Croatia in 2002.
Historical records for Croatia in 2002
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Olic World Cup Winner Against Italy
Ivica Olić scores Croatia's equaliser against Italy at the 2002 World Cup, helping his country complete a memorable 2–1 group-stage comeback.
Pletikosa Croatian World Cup Goalkeeper
Stipe Pletikosa serves as Croatia's goalkeeper at the 2002 World Cup, beginning a long association with the national team across multiple major tournaments.
Rapaic Decisive Croatia Goal Against Italy
Milan Rapaić scores Croatia's winning goal against Italy in the 2002 World Cup group stage, completing a late reversal against the European football power.
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