We would have a third consecutive European Championship encounter between Croatia and Spain as both sides go at each other for a place in the quarterfinals. Read on for our expert tips and predictions.

In their most recent four clashes, both sides have won two games each, looking balanced with regards to the head-to-head record. How would this game pan out?

Would we see the high-flying Spaniards once again ?

Croatia, inspired by Luka Modric, looked like the team that made their way through to the 2018 World Cup final in their final group game. Although they were extremely underwhelming in their first two games, they blew away the Scots in their final group match via a 3-1 victory.

Spain, just like their opponents, put out underwhelming performances in their first two group stage matches. Their main dilemma is the fact that they failed to convert numerous clear-cut chances. However, the champagne finally popped in their final match as they put five past Slovakia to top the group.

Croatia vs Spain Team News

Croatia possible starting XI:

Livakovic; Gvadiol, Lovren, Vida, Vrsaljko; Brozovic, Modric, Kovacic; Perisic, Kramaric, Rebic

Spain possible starting XI:

Simon; Alba, Laporte, Torres, Azpilicueta; Busquets, Koke, Pedri; Sarabia, Moreno, Morata

Croatia vs Spain Prediction: 1-2

We expect to see goals in this game with both sides not possessing the best defense. However, Spain finally clicked as a team in their final group game and we don’t see them going back now.