The Croatia national football team represents Croatia in international football and is governed by the Croatian Football Federation (HNS).
Founded in 1991, the team quickly established itself as a competitive force on the global stage. Croatia's most notable achievement came at the 2018 FIFA World Cup, where they reached the final but were defeated by France. The team also had a strong performance at the 1998 FIFA World Cup, finishing third after defeating the Netherlands in the third-place play-off.
Croatia has won the UEFA Nations League A in 2018-2019, and the team has consistently performed well in European competitions, including reaching the quarter-finals of the UEFA European Championship in 1996 and 2008.
The team plays its home matches at various stadiums across Croatia, with the Stadion Maksimir in Zagreb being one of the main venues. Croatia's colors are red and white, and their crest features a checkered pattern, which is a symbol of the country's flag.
The Croatian national team is known for its technical skill, tactical discipline, and the production of talented players. Notable footballers from Croatia include Davor Šuker, Zvonimir Boban, Luka Modrić, and Ivan Rakitić. Croatia continues to be a competitive force in international football, with a strong fan base and a tradition of excellence.