Russia vs. Croatia
Quarterfinal, Fisht Olympic Stadium, Sochi
Russia and Croatia close down play at Fisht Olympic Stadium in a game that could test viewers’ patience. Both teams’ round of 16 matches went down to the wire, with Russia pulling off the upset of the tournament by defeating Spain on penalty kicks and Croatia advancing past Denmark in the same manner. Goals will certainly be at a premium, with both teams having taken and conceded fewer shots on target than any of the other six quarterfinalists.
Croatia has reason to be aggressive.