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Dalić: “I’m happy
we’re playing in
Toronto, where the
stadium will be full
of our supporters”

06.12.2025.
Dalić: “I’m happy we’re playing in Toronto, where the stadium will be full of our supporters”
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Croatia’s national football team coach Zlatko Dalić spoke after the official announcement of the venues for Croatia’s Group L matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the USA, Canada and Mexico. Croatia’s three group games will be played in Dallas, Toronto and Philadelphia. 

Dalić highlighted Toronto as a special location for the team’s second match on 23 June, expressing his joy that the game will take place in a city where a large number of Croatian fans are expected to fill the stadium. 

“I’m really happy that we will play in Toronto. We know how many Croatians live there and the number of our supporters in that area is huge. There’s no doubt that the stadium will be full of our fans, and that gives us additional motivation and energy,” said Zlatko Dalić.

The head coach also pointed out that while playing in different cities presents challenges, the team will be well‑prepared and focused on delivering its best performance at each venue. 

 

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