All eyes are on Croatia, but what's the real secret behind the Croatian national football team's roraring success?

Croatia survived Group L and now face Portugal in the Round of 32. For Luka Modrić and the experienced core, this is a demanding first knockout assignment against a squad full of attacking weapons.

Croatia is one of the top-ranked European nations in the World Cup Round of 32. Here's their latest FIFA ranking ahead of Portugal's match.

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For years, Croatia has been one of international football’s most respected nations. World Cup finalists in 2018. Third place in 2022. A country of less than four million people that consistently punches above its weight.