Croatia Coach Dalić Steps Down After World Cup

Zlatko Dalić stepped down as Croatia's coach less than a week after the team lost 2-1 to Portugal in the round of 32 at the World Cup. The 57-year-old coach led Croatia to runner-up finish in 2018 and third place in 2022, making him one of the country's most successful coaches.

"I leave with a fulfilled heart, proud of my contribution to the greatest successes of Croatian soccer in history," Dalić said in a statement. The federation called his departure a "proud farewell" and thanked him for "the victories, the achievements, the medals, the unity, and your unwavering commitment to fight for Croatia." trojkonferencja2024.pl