Argentina - Croatia Prediction, Picks and Tips
Exciting encounter that awaits us in the second day of the 'group of death' as they are the faces of the two favorites of the group, two teams that at the same time are even among the 'capped' as candidates for the world title, Argentina and Croatia. The albiceleste was one of the negative surprises of the first day as it confirmed the poor image it left in the qualifying phase of the South American zone and did not pass the draw against Iceland (1-1). Sampaoli's tactic was limited to looking again and again to Messi, who did not have his best day since he wasted a penalty, thrown at half height and cleared by the rival goalkeeper. Croatia did its job.
Defeated Nigeria (2-0) thanks to an own goal at the exit of a corner and a penalty converted by Modric and rebounded his presence in the round of 16. With this panorama, the Balkan table arrives with less urgency to this appointment than the South American team. The tie would be a bicoca for the Croats, but the Argentines are forced to force the machine to not reach a dramatic day, although the equalized also keep them alive. It will not be easy for the runner-up of the world because Croatia have conceded only a total of three goals in their last four matches even though their rivals have been respectable (Mexico, Brazil, Senegal and Nigeria).
After beating Nigeria (2-0), the draw would be a great result for Croatia to face the final day. The tie would leave Argentina alive, but the defeat practically eliminated, so it must risk more than its rival, but it will not turn in attack either. The Croatian team has only conceded three goals in total in their last four meetings. Argentina showed few offensive resources but in defense it was solvent and gave few chances to Iceland.
Our recommendation tip for Argentina - Croatia : Argentina to win @ 2.00