Latest UEFA EURO Group Stage Match Information

Croatia vs Albania Updates

Match Details

• Date: June 21, 2023
• Time: 3:00 PM CEST
• Venue: Hamburg, Germany
• Referee: Sandro Schärer (Switzerland)
• Fourth official: Sandro Schärer (Switzerland)

Lineups

Croatia: Livakovic, Juranovic, Lovren, Gvardiol, Sosa, Brozovic, Modric, Kovacic, Perisic, Kramaric, Livaja

Albania: Berisha, Hysaj, Kumbulla, Ismajli, Ramadani, Asllani, Bare, Bajrami, Uzuni, Broja, Cikalleshi

Statistics

• Croatia: Possession 60%, Shots on target 6, Shots off target 4, Corners 5
• Albania: Possession 40%, Shots on target 2, Shots off target 3, Corners 2

Match Highlights

• Croatia dominated the possession and created more chances in the first half.
• Albania defended well and kept Croatia from scoring.
• In the second half, Croatia continued to push for a goal and finally broke through in the 70th minute with a goal from Marko Livaja.
• Albania had a few late chances to equalize, but they could not convert.
• Croatia won the match 1-0 and moved to the top of Group B.

Albania's Surprise Performance

Albania has been one of the surprise teams of the tournament so far. They have won their first two matches and are in contention to qualify for the knockout stage.

One of the main reasons for Albania's success has been their passionate fans. They have been outnumbering their opponents in the stands and have been providing a great atmosphere.

Albania will face their toughest test yet when they play Croatia in their final group match on June 29th. However, they will be confident of getting a result and making it to the next round.

Conclusion

The UEFA EURO Group Stage is nearing its conclusion, and the excitement is building. There are still plenty of matches to be played, and the race for the knockout stage is wide open.

Be sure to visit the official UEFA EURO website for all the latest news, stats, and information.