Croatia vs Spain: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 June

Croatia

D W D W L

1st place in Group A

0-0

Pen. 4-5

18/06/2023 14:45

Spain

W L W D L

1st place in Group B

UEFA Nations League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Croatia vs Spain on 18 June 2023 (kick-off: 14:45) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Croatia vs Spain preview before placing your bet.

Croatia are currently 1st with 13 points after 6 matches.
Spain sit 1st with 11 points from 6 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Spain to win with probability 45%.
Head-to-head history favors Spain, who have won 3 of the last 6 meetings. Croatia have 2 wins, while one match ended in a draw.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

14:45

2023-06-18

Croatia vs Spain - Prediction & Odds

Croatia

Spain

2023-06-18 14:45

STANDINGS UP TO 18/06/2023

Group A	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Croatia	13	6	4	1	1	8	6	2
02 Denmark	12	6	4	0	2	9	5	4
03 France	5	6	1	2	3	5	7	-2
04 Austria	4	6	1	1	4	6	10	-4

Group B	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Spain	11	6	3	2	1	8	5	3
02 Portugal	10	6	3	1	2	11	3	8
03 Switzerland	9	6	3	0	3	6	9	-3
04 Czech Republic	4	6	1	1	4	5	13	-8

Head To Head

28/06/2021 11:59

Croatia

3 - 3

Spain

EURO Cup

15/11/2018 15:45

Croatia

3 - 2

Spain

UEFA NL

11/09/2018 14:45

Spain

6 - 0

Croatia

UEFA NL

21/06/2016 15:00

Croatia

2 - 1

Spain

EURO Cup

18/06/2012 14:45

Croatia

0 - 1

Spain

EURO Cup

07/06/2006 15:00

Croatia

1 - 2

Spain

INT CF

Croatia

33%

Draw

17%

Spain

50%

Croatia Last 6 matches

14/06/2023 14:45

Netherlands 2 - 2 Croatia UEFA NL

28/03/2023 14:45

Turkey 0 - 2 Croatia EURO Cup

25/03/2023 15:45

Croatia 1 - 1 Wales EURO Cup

17/12/2022 11:00

Croatia 2 - 1 Morocco World Cup

13/12/2022 15:00

Argentina 3 - 0 Croatia World Cup

09/12/2022 11:00

Croatia 0 - 0 Brazil World Cup

Win

33%

Draw

50%

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Spain

15/06/2023 14:45

Spain 2 - 1 Italy UEFA NL

28/03/2023 14:45

Scotland 2 - 0 Spain EURO Cup

25/03/2023 15:45

Spain 3 - 0 Norway EURO Cup

06/12/2022 11:00

Morocco 0 - 0 Spain World Cup

01/12/2022 15:00

Japan 2 - 1 Spain World Cup

27/11/2022 15:00

Spain 1 - 1 Germany World Cup

Win

33%

Draw

33%

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues UEFA Nations League

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

Croatia

Spain

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.98

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.53

Scored

111

Avg. per game

1.17

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.49

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 88 matches

YesNo

51 (58%)37 (42%)

In last 88 matches

NoYes

66 (69%)29 (31%)

Croatia

Recent matches

Spain

Under /Over

(76%)34 11(24%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(76%)34 11(24%)

Under /Over

(38%)17 28(62%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(49%)22 23(51%)

Under /Over

(42%)19 26(58%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(47%)21 24(53%)

/Yes

(49%)22 23(51%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(44%)20 25(56%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Croatia

Spain

Shots

Croatia

Total shots

14.25 avg / game

Blocked

202 total

Avg. 3.21

Spain

Total shots

16.77 avg / game

Blocked

310 total

Avg. 4.31

Croatia Pass Spain

Total passes

38013

Avg. 567 / game

Accurate

87%

Ball possession

58%

Total passes

53210

Avg. 719 / game

Accurate

90%

Ball possession

68%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Croatia

Played games

Spain

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.35

Clean sheets

0.48

4.52

398

Corners

497

5.23

13.72

1207

Throw-ins

1239

13.04

1.70

150

Offsides

155

1.63

2.25

198

GK saves

145

1.53

Croatia

DISCIPLINARY

Spain

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.33

117

116

1.22

0.05

0.02

9.48

834

Fouls

950

10.00

10.06

885

Tackles

885

9.32

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How We Build the Croatia vs Spain Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Croatia vs Spain on 18 June 2023 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this UEFA Nations League fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Croatia vs Spain Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Croatia's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Spain's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

UEFA Nations League Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live UEFA Nations League standings and the UEFA Nations League form table to understand exactly where Croatia and Spain sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our UEFA Nations League predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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