Croatia · World Cup 2026 squad · Group LJosko Gvardiol
Manchester CityAbout JOSKO GVARDIOL
Auto-generated from squad dataWorld Cup 2026 pedigree
Josko Gvardiol arrives at the FIFA World Cup 2026 with 5 appearances on record from the World Cup 2026 qualifying campaign for Croatia, contributing 1 goal and 1 assist across roughly 69 minutes per appearance. Those numbers form the baseline ahead of his tournament involvement — they will refresh to live World Cup 2026 totals once the group stage opens on 11 June 2026.
Role for Croatia
As a defender for Croatia, Gvardiol anchors the back line, covering space and winning ball through positioning and aerial duels. His club role at Manchester City is the same — anchor a defensive structure across a long club season.
World Cup 2026 outlook
Croatia enter Group L, opening their tournament in the opening group fixture. Gvardiol's individual contribution will be tracked across the group stage and into the knockout rounds.
Best World Cup 2026 odds for Croatia
Tournament starts 11 June 2026
Josko Gvardiol's World Cup 2026 stats will appear after the tournament opens with Mexico vs South Africa at Estadio Banorte.
Stats update after each match Gvardiol features in.
QUALIFYING STATS
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