Faroe Islands will set their sights on their biggest win of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers when they take on Croatia at Stadion Rujevica on Friday, 14 November 2025.
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Croatia vs Faroe Islands predictions: Hosts to lead at the break
Key stats
- Croatia had the lead at the half-time break in five of their last six matches.
- Faroe Islands have won three games in a row.
- Croatia are currently on a six-match unbeaten run (W5, D1).
Correct score prediction: Croatia 3-1 Faroe Islands
Croatia have had a near-perfect record in the FIFA World Cup qualifiers, winning five and drawing one of six group matches. They have been very solid defensively, conceding only once in that six-game stretch.
However, Faroe Islands have been nothing short of impressive, as they have earned four victories in their last five matches.
In fact, the visitors have won their last two games despite being the overwhelming underdogs, scoring six goals in the process.
Although we expect this to be business as usual for Croatia, we are confident that Faroe Islands will halt their four-game streak of clean sheets.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Faroe Islands are up against it
- HOME: 1/10 (1.10) – 90.9%
- DRAW: 9/1 (10.00) – 10%
- AWAY: 25/1 (26.00) – 3.8%
*Odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
While Croatia still have two FIFA World Cup qualifying games left, this will be Faroe Islands’ last match.
That said, this is a must-win for third-placed Faroe Islands, as any other result would eliminate them from contention. In contrast, Group L leaders Croatia will secure an automatic spot in the next FIFA World Cup if they earn at least one point from their two remaining games.
Ahead of this clash, Croatia are the expected winners at 1/10 (1.10). Teams with these odds generally have a 90.9% probability of winning.
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We have established that Faroe Islands won four of their last five matches. Keeping in mind that they scored six goals in their last two games, over 0.5 Faroe Islands goals has an appealing look at 19/10 (2.90). That one has a 34.5% chance of landing.
Most recent H2Hs: Croatia to complete the sweep?
This will be the second meeting between Croatia and Faroe Islands. Their only other encounter was the reverse fixture, which ended 1-0 in Croatia's favour.
Croatia preview: Some notable absentees
In the previous international break, Ante Budimir, Mateo Kovacic, and Dominik Kotarski were all available for Croatia. However, all three players are ruled out due to injury.
First-choice goalkeeper Dominik Livakovic is expected to be back in goal after missing out last time out. Kotarski was given the nod between the sticks against Gibraltar last month when some of the key members of the team were rested.
Captain and leading appearance maker Luka Modric is set to play his 193rd senior game for Croatia on Friday, while second all-time top scorer for the national team Ivan Perisic (37 goals) is also expected to be in the starting XI alongside Hoffenheim’s talisman Andrej Kramaric, who has netted the most goals for his side in these qualifiers.
Predicted lineup: Livakovic (GK), Stanisic, Vuskovic, Caleta-Car, Gvardiol, Modric, Sucic, Pasalic, Kramaric, Perisic & Ivanovic.
Last five matches
- Croatia 3-0 Gibraltar
- Czechia 0-0 Croatia
- Croatia 4-0 Montenegro
- Faroe Islands 0-1 Croatia
- Croatia 5-1 Czechia
Faroe Islands preview: Eyeing their fourth consecutive victory
There are no injury worries for Faroe Islands ahead of this game. However, Joannes Danielsen is suspended due to accumulated yellow cards.
Landslidid have been impressive so far in their group, but their efforts may not be enough to guarantee a playoff spot even if they beat Croatia here. Despite this, the players will be determined to give their all against their much-established opponents on Friday.
Predicted lineup: Lamhauge (GK), Benjaminsen, Faero, Vatnhamar, Edmundsson, Davidsen, Olsen, Turi, Frederiksberg, Edmundsen & Sorensen.
Last five matches
- Faroe Islands 2-1 Czechia
- Faroe Islands 4-0 Montenegro
- Gibraltar 0-1 Faroe Islands
- Faroe Islands 0-1 Croatia
- Faroe Islands 2-1 Gibraltar
Player to watch: Andrej Kramaric
Andrej Kramaric has arguably been Croatia's top performer in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, as he has scored six goals and provided an assist in six appearances. The Hoffenheim forward scored the only goal in the reverse fixture and will fancy his chances against Faroe Islands once again.