The Croatian national team advanced past Japan via a penalty shootout after the match ended in a 1-1 draw in regulation and extra time. The match took place this evening, Monday, at Al Janoub Stadium, as part of the Round of 16 in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. Japan took the lead with a goal from Daizen Maeda in the 43rd minute, and Ivan Perisic equalized for Croatia in the 55th minute. With this victory, Croatia awaits the winner between Brazil and South Korea in the match scheduled for 9 PM Beirut time.
Penalty Shootout Advances Croatia Over Japan
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