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Croatia are coming off the back of 120 minutes of gruelling football against a Japan side that pushed them all the way to penalties, something that may not be the best for the team with the highest average age. They showed tremendous grit to get back into the game having been down 1-0 at the half, and once they equalised never looked like losing it.
They may not be able to outplay Brazil over 90 or 120 minutes, but if they can stay in the match and take them to penalties they will be confident they can win it, as they have proven again and again. Both Modric and Lovren sit on one yellow card each and will need to be careful not to be booked again lest they miss the semi-final (if they make it).
Brazil dismantled a brave yet naive Korea Republic that were attempting to play expansive football - A Seleção may have to adapt their tactics if their next opponent opts for a more defensive structure combined with physicality. Brazil should have the firepower to overcome Croatia but need to be careful to keep their heads if the match turns into a grinding affair; mental toughness is arguably the one weakness they possess.
Both Richarlison and Vinicius Jr are at their best, while Neymar's return to the side was a huge success with no re-injury scare. Neymar has also impressed by keeping a cool head so far in the tournament and will be instrumental to Brazil's hopes of progression.
Brazil will be favoured but if Croatia can disrupt and defend we might see a fascinating contest.
How to watch Croatia v Brazil LIVE and FREE on SBS
Saturday, December 10
Quarter-Final - Croatia v Brazil
1:30am - 4:30am (AEDT) - kickoff at 02.00am
LIVE on SBS and SBS On Demand
