In an international friendly played on April 1, 2026, Brazil secured a convincing 3-1 victory over Croatia at a neutral venue. The match served as an important test for both nations as they continue to build chemistry in the international window.
Brazil vs Croatia Match Highlights
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Competition | International Friendlies |
| Match | Brazil vs Croatia |
| Date | 1st Apr 2026 |
| Kick-off | 07:00 |
| Half-Time | 1 – 0 |
| Full-Time | 3 – 1 |
Brazil dominated possession from the start, but a resilient Croatian defense managed to hold them at bay for most of the opening period. Just when it seemed the half would end goalless, D. Oliveira broke the deadlock in the 2nd minute of first-half stoppage time (45+2′), sending Brazil into the dressing room with a 1-0 lead.
The second half saw Croatia grow into the game. Their persistence paid off in the 84th minute when L. Majer found the back of the net, leveling the score at 1-1 and setting up a tense finish.
Brazil vs Croatia Match Scorer
| Time | Scorer | Team |
|---|---|---|
| 45+2′ | D. Oliveira | Brazil |
| 84′ | L. Majer | Croatia |
| 88′ (Pen) | I. Thiago | Brazil |
| 90+2′ | G. Martinelli | Brazil |
The equalizer spurred Brazil into immediate action. Just four minutes after conceding, I. Thiago converted a penalty in the 88th minute to restore Brazil’s lead. With Croatia pushing forward in search of another equalizer, Brazil capitalized on the open space in stoppage time. G. Martinelli sealed the victory in the 92nd minute, making it 3-1.
Source: Oddspedia
