Despite the scoreline, Canada created significant opportunities to equalize early in the second period:
While Canada started the match with historical momentum through Alphonso Davies' early goal, Croatia's experienced midfield took control as the game progressed. According to BBC Sport , Croatia's "wily experience" allowed them to absorb Canadian pressure and exploit a "ragged" backline. CRO vs CAN - Second-Half - BBC.mp4.mp4
Andrej Kramaric extended the lead in the 70th minute, expertly controlling an Ivan Perisic cross before firing into the bottom corner. Despite the scoreline