Mateo Kovačić 2025-26
One of European football’s most decorated midfielders, Mateo Kovačić brings Champions League pedigree and international captaincy experience to Manchester City’s midfield. A three-time Premier League champion and Champions League winner, the Croatian maestro combines relentless pressing with elegant ball distribution.
Kovačić in 2025-26
City’s Engine Room
Since arriving from Chelsea in 2023, Kovačić has slotted seamlessly into Pep Guardiola’s system. His technical ability, positional intelligence and work rate make him the ideal Guardiola midfielder — able to press intensely, recycle possession quickly and arrive late into the box to score crucial goals. A model professional at the Etihad.
Croatia’s Captain
Following the international retirement of Luka Modric, Kovačić has taken on the Croatia captaincy and the responsibility that comes with it. He is the fulcrum of a Croatian side that has consistently punched above its weight — reaching the 2022 World Cup bronze medal match and EURO quarter-finals. Their 2026 World Cup campaign rests heavily on his shoulders.
Trophy Cabinet
Few players in world football have collected as many major honours as Kovačić. From Champions League victories with Real Madrid to multiple Serie A titles, from Premier League glory at Chelsea and Man City to his Champions League winner’s medal in 2023 — the Croatian is one of the most decorated midfielders of his generation.
Kovačić Highlights
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2022 FIFA World Cup Thriller | Croatia Keep Cool vs Brazil
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Kramaric, Perisic & Croatia | Every Goal | 2022 FIFA World Cup
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LIVE NOW: Croatia v Australia | Group Stage | 2006 FIFA WORLD CUP GERMANY™
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Croatia | Every FIFA World Cup Goal (2018-2022)
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FULL MATCH: Brazil v Croatia | Quarter-Finals | FIFA WORLD CUP QATAR 2022™
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Ivan Perisic | Croatia's Clutch King | Every FIFA World Cup Goal
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1998 FIFA World Cup | Every Croatia Goal
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LIVE NOW: Croatia v England | Semi-Finals | 2018 FIFA WORLD CUP RUSSIA™
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1-Minute Match | France vs Croatia | Goals & Highlights | 1998 FIFA World Cup Semi-Finals
56 views · 1 month, 1 week ago
1-Minute Match | Croatia vs Germany | 1998 FIFA World Cup Quarter-Final
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10-Minute Match | France vs Croatia | 1998 FIFA World Cup Drama
59 views · 1 month, 3 weeks ago
1-Minute Match | Croatia vs England | 2018 FIFA World Cup Semi-Final
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10-Minute Match | Croatia vs Germany | 1998 FIFA World Cup Quarter-Final
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1-Minute Match | Croatia vs Denmark | 2018 FIFA World Cup
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Quick Cut | France vs Croatia | 2018 FIFA World Cup FINAL
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1998 FIFA World Cup | Every Davor Suker Goal | Croatia
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1998 FIFA World Cup | Every Davor Suker Goal | Croatia
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Full Penalty Shoot-out | Croatia vs Brazil | 2022 FIFA World Cup Quarter-Final
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