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

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 vs Spain: Starting Lineups Time : 18/06/2023 14:45

Croatia
0 - 0
Finished (Pen 4-5)
Spain
112' event Josip Stanisic / Josip Juranovic
90+2' event Bruno Petkovic
90+1' event Lovro Majer / Andrej Kramaric
78' event Nikola Vlasic / Luka Ivanusec
61' event Bruno Petkovic / Mario Pasalic
event 97' Rodrigo Hernandez
event 97' Daniel Carvajal Ramos / Jesus Navas Gonzalez
event 96' Jose Ignacio Fernandez Iglesias Nacho
event 87' Dani Olmo / Pablo Martin Paez Gaviria
event 81' Pablo Martin Paez Gaviria
event 78' Mikel Merino Zazon / Fabian Ruiz Pena
event 78' Jose Ignacio Fernandez Iglesias Nacho / Robin Le Normand
event 66' Jose Luis Sanmartin Mato,Joselu / Alvaro Morata
event 66' Anssumane Fati / Yeremi Pino
112' event Josip Stanisic / Josip Juranovic
event 97' Rodrigo Hernandez
90+2' event Bruno Petkovic
event 97' Daniel Carvajal Ramos / Jesus Navas Gonzalez
90+1' event Lovro Majer / Andrej Kramaric
event 96' Jose Ignacio Fernandez Iglesias Nacho
78' event Nikola Vlasic / Luka Ivanusec
event 87' Dani Olmo / Pablo Martin Paez Gaviria
61' event Bruno Petkovic / Mario Pasalic
event 81' Pablo Martin Paez Gaviria
event 78' Mikel Merino Zazon / Fabian Ruiz Pena
event 78' Jose Ignacio Fernandez Iglesias Nacho / Robin Le Normand
event 66' Jose Luis Sanmartin Mato,Joselu / Alvaro Morata
event 66' Anssumane Fati / Yeremi Pino
Croatia Croatia
Substitutions
#3 Borna Barisic
#20 Dion Drena Beljo
#23 Ivica Ivusic
#12 Nediljko Labrovic
#7 Lovro Majer
#18 Petar Musa
#17 Bruno Petkovic
#19 Borna Sosa
#2 Josip Stanisic
#21 Domagoj Vida
#13 Nikola Vlasic
Croatia Croatia Spain Spain
12Shots21
5Shots on Goal2
11Fouls18
2Corner Kick3
20Free kick14
2Offside2
1Yellow card3
1Save5
7Successful Tackles17
10Interceptions8
7Shots off goal19
23Head Success12
2Blocked11
10Tackle10
16Dribbles13
635Passes760
142Attacks153
66Dangerous attacks67
1Corner Kicks(HT)2
Spain Spain
Substitutions
#1 Kepa Arrizabalaga Revuelta
#11 Sergio Canales Madrazo
#2 Daniel Carvajal Ramos
#12 Anssumane Fati
#4 Jose Ignacio Fernandez Iglesias Nacho
#17 Fran Garcia
#20 Jose Luis Sanmartin Mato,Joselu
#6 Mikel Merino Zazon
#21 Dani Olmo
#13 David Raya
#19 Rodrigo Moreno Machado,Rodri
#5 Martin Zubimendi Ibanez
Commentary
112' Croatia — substitution: Josip Stanisic / Josip Juranovic
97' Rodrigo Hernandez - Spain receive a yellow card
97' Spain — substitution: Daniel Carvajal Ramos / Jesus Navas Gonzalez
96' Jose Ignacio Fernandez Iglesias Nacho - Spain receive a yellow card
90+2' Bruno Petkovic - Croatia receive a yellow card
90+1' Croatia — substitution: Lovro Majer / Andrej Kramaric
87' Spain — substitution: Dani Olmo / Pablo Martin Paez Gaviria
81' Pablo Martin Paez Gaviria - Spain receive a yellow card
78' Croatia — substitution: Nikola Vlasic / Luka Ivanusec
78' Spain — substitution: Mikel Merino Zazon / Fabian Ruiz Pena
78' Spain — substitution: Jose Ignacio Fernandez Iglesias Nacho / Robin Le Normand
66' Spain — substitution: Jose Luis Sanmartin Mato,Joselu / Alvaro Morata
66' Spain — substitution: Anssumane Fati / Yeremi Pino
61' Croatia — substitution: Bruno Petkovic / Mario Pasalic

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 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.

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 standings and the 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 predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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