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Our Czechia vs Croatia player ratings break down a 1-2 UEFA Nations League result played on 26 September 2026, with Luka Modrić the highest-rated performer on the pitch at 8.2. Croatia’s midfield generally edged tips.gg’s individual match ratings, though Czechia had a bright spark of their own in the final third.
Czechia vs Croatia Player Ratings: Key Takeaways
- Luka Modrić was the best performer on the pitch, rated 8.2 by tips.gg.
- Croatia’s average player rating stood at 6.79, above Czechia’s 6.35.
- Croatia had five players rated 7.0 or higher and one at 8.0 or higher, while Czechia had only one player reach 7.0 and none reached 8.0.
- Modrić contributed 61 accurate passes, the third-most of any player in the match, alongside his match rating.
- Matej Radosta was the lowest-rated player on the pitch, finishing on 5.68 for Czechia.
Czechia vs Croatia Player Ratings
| Czechia | Rating | Croatia | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Karabec | 7.2 | Modrić | 8.2 |
| Horníček | 6.9 | Marco Pašalić | 7.7 |
| Hranáč | 6.8 | Perišić | 7.4 |
| Coufal | 6.7 | Matanovic | 7.3 |
| Hložek | 6.7 | Kovačić | 7.2 |
| Zmrzly | 6.5 | Budimir | 6.8 |
| Chaloupek | 6.4 | Gvardiol | 6.7 |
| Sadílek | 6.3 | Stanišić | 6.7 |
| Sejk | 6.3 | Ivanovic | 6.6 |
| Šulc | 6.2 | Vuskovic | 6.5 |
| Slama | 6.2 | Petar Sučić | 6.4 |
| Šubert | 6.1 | Mario Pašalić | 6.4 |
| Král | 6.0 | Mišić | 6.3 |
| Ambros | 5.8 | Luka Sučić | 6.3 |
| Červ | 5.8 | Vlašić | 6.2 |
| Radosta | 5.7 | Livaković | 6.1 |
| Kinsky | – | Kramarić | – |
| Vitik | – | Beljo | – |
| Kovář | – | Kotarski | – |
| Sáček | – | Smolcic | – |
| Kricfalusi | – | Pandur | – |
| Bucha | – | Šutalo | – |
| Macek | – | Majer | – |
Top 5 Players
Luka Modrić (Croatia, 8.2) was the standout performer of the match, scoring the goal that shared the match’s top tally for any player on the pitch.
Ivan Perišić (Croatia, 7.37) set up the goal that matched the match-high assist tally, and his four key passes and three accurate crosses were both the most of any player on the pitch.
Igor Matanovic (Croatia, 7.26) also had a hand in a goal, matching the match’s top assist tally, while his four shots were more than anyone else on the pitch and his four duels won led Croatia’s side.
Adam Karabec (Czechia, 7.2) was the home side’s standout, netting the goal that matched the match’s top scoring tally, adding two accurate crosses that ranked second in the match and four clearances at the back.
Mateo Kovačić (Croatia, 7.2) matched Karabec’s rating, creating a big chance that shared the match-high figure and completing 66 accurate passes, second only to one other player on the pitch.
Man of the Match: Luka Modrić
Luka Modrić’s rating of 8.2 left him 0.55 clear of second-placed Marco Pašalić on 7.65, the widest gap between any two players in the match. Modrić was on the pitch for 76 minutes, cementing his status as Croatia’s clear standout performer on the night.
Top Attacking Performers
The table below compares the leading attacking performers based on chance creation, dribbling, crossing and shooting metrics.
| Player | Big Chances Created | Successful Dribbles | Successful Crosses | Shots on Target | Key Passes | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perišić (Croatia) | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 8 |
| Ivanovic (Croatia) | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 6 |
| Kovačić (Croatia) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 5 |
| Šulc (Czechia) | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4 |
| Karabec (Czechia) | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 4 |
Top Defensive Performers
The table below compares the leading defensive performers based on tackles, clearances, blocks and interceptions.
| Player | Tackles | Clearances | Blocked Shots | Interceptions | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chaloupek (Czechia) | 2 | 13 | 0 | 1 | 16 |
| Hranáč (Czechia) | 1 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 11 |
| Vuskovic (Croatia) | 1 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 8 |
| Gvardiol (Croatia) | 2 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 6 |
| Coufal (Czechia) | 1 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 6 |
Who won the most duels?
| Player | Duels Contested | Duels Won % | Duels Won |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chaloupek (Czechia) | 11 | 55% | 6 |
| Coufal (Czechia) | 9 | 67% | 6 |
| Hložek (Czechia) | 8 | 63% | 5 |
| Matanovic (Croatia) | 7 | 57% | 4 |
| Ambros (Czechia) | 6 | 50% | 3 |
Who had the most shots?
| Player | Shots on Target | Shots on Target % | Shots |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matanovic (Croatia) | 1 | 25% | 4 |
| Budimir (Croatia) | 1 | 50% | 2 |
| Petar Sučić (Croatia) | 1 | 50% | 2 |
| Vuskovic (Croatia) | 0 | 0% | 2 |
Who created the most chances?
| Player | Big Chances Created | Key Passes |
|---|---|---|
| Perišić (Croatia) | 1 | 4 |
| Kovačić (Croatia) | 1 | 3 |
| Ivanovic (Croatia) | 1 | 2 |
| Šulc (Czechia) | 1 | 2 |
How tips.gg Player Ratings Work
tips.gg calculates a player rating from 1 to 10 for every player involved in the match, built from individual match statistics rather than opinion, with a score of roughly 6.0 representing an average outing. The highest-rated player in the match, Luka Modrić on 8.2 here, is flagged as the best performer of the fixture.
Czechia vs Croatia Player Ratings FAQ
Who was the best player in Czechia vs Croatia?
Luka Modrić was the best-rated player on the pitch, finishing with a match rating of 8.2 for Croatia.
How did Czechia’s players rate?
Czechia’s players averaged a rating of 6.35, with Adam Karabec their best performer on 7.2 and three players rated below 6.0.
How did Croatia’s players rate?
Croatia’s average rating was 6.79, with five players rated 7.0 or higher and none below 6.0.
Who was the lowest-rated player in the match?
Matej Radosta finished as the lowest-rated player in the match, rated 5.68 for Czechia.
What was the final score between Czechia and Croatia?
Croatia won the UEFA Nations League fixture 2-1 on 26 September 2026.