Andrej Kramaric scores a penalty in Croatia’s 1-1 win over France | VIDEO

The Croatian team was not intimidated by France’s goal and went in search of an equalizer. After several attempts, the local team found equality in the match valid for the second day of group A of the League of Nations.

Mislav Orsic put in a great through ball to Luka Sučić who finished it off, however goalkeeper Mike Maignan came out with an opportunity and saved the shot. However, the ball bounced and Andrej Kramarić controlled it, but Jonathan Clauss fouled it.

The referee charged a penalty, however, instantly, he pointed out that there was an advanced position due to the tranquility of those led by Didier Deschamps. Although, the game was stopped for a few seconds as VAR was carefully reviewing the action.

At 83 ‘and, after the respective check, he ended up sanctioning the shot from twelve steps. Andrej Kramarić was responsible for overcoming the resistance of the French goalkeeper and unleashed joy in the Poljud Stadium.

France vs. Croatia: what’s next for both teams

France and Croatia face each other for Matchday 2 of the UEFA Nations League. Both teams come from falling on the first date and are looking for a victory so as not to lose the step. France fell to Denmark at home and Croatia also in the same condition against Austria.

France has the mission of winning in order to remain in force in the fight for a new trophy. In addition, those led by Didier Deschamps come out with an ‘alternate’ team taking care of their best players as a premise. The next game for the ‘Gauls’ will be on June 10 when they visit Austria.

Croatia, meanwhile, cannot lose because it would be their second loss at home. However, Luka Modric’s team is having an irregular time. The next clash will be a visit from Denmark that wants to secure the first places and will also remember the elimination of the round of 16 in the 2018 World Cup in Russia.