Russia v Croatia | 2018 FIFA World Cup | Match Highlights

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Twenty years on from Croatia first taking the FIFA World Cup™ by storm, Zlatko Dalic's team booked the country's place in the semi-finals for the second time in their history.

Having emerged victorious on penalties after a gruelling encounter, the Balkan side also got a monkey off their back by ending their hoodoo against World Cup hosts, having been knocked out by France in 1998 and lost to Brazil in the Opening Match of the 2014 edition.

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[hanselsihotang]

"Russia WILL NOT RETREAT!"

Wow, I got goosebumps from hearing that when watching on TV. Really captured the Russian's spirit that night. The commentator's hype was exceptional.

[dropbox]

Thank you Croatia 🇭🇷
Thank you Russia 🇷🇺

[TwinkleToesLorna]

This WC is absolutely beautiful. The amount of respect and love that has been shown is so heartwarming. Russia, even though my country won that match, you fought with all your might and heart. If this were Russia's match, I'd cheer them on without doubt. Russian brothers, you have my respect!!

[makschannel]

As a Russian fan I'd like to congratulate Croatia on their victory! That match was amazing!

[LinePro]

As a russian I’m so proud of my team 🇷🇺 we were close to win this game and make one more sensation, but it’s football. Congrats Croatia 🇭🇷 your team is great and quality of your performance is really high! Good luck in the next match!

[ddonlee]

Russia should be very proud of the fact that they made the 2018 World cup one of the best ever. Great host, amazing stadiums and a wonderful place to host a mega huge and world class event. 👍.Russia was no pushover in this match, they scored the first goal and also scored the equalizer when they were down 2-1 by Croatia. I cant imagine the intense pressure of the Russian players as the entire stadium is filled with local supporters. And for penalty kicks, its always a 50/50 chance. Having said that, Congrats to the people of Croatia, u did outstandingly well under pressure. Well done !!👏👏

[veridian]

This game was a series of heart attacks for me

[frankmiranda]

It was such an intense match!!!!
Respects to both 🇭🇷 and 🇷🇺 for their Amazing Performance!!!

[anilrajdev]

Denmark: Were 1 goal behind but eqalised and won on penalties
Russia: Were 1 goal behind, then took the lead in extra time then lost it and finally won on penalties.
England: Were 1 goal behind but bounced back and won it in extra time.
Croatia's journey to the final was a thrilling ride.

[thfFromRussia]

I am now supporting Croatia. They slavs are really close to us in mentality - no dirty tricks on field, respect to the opponent and fight to the end. When we pushed them they pushed back not giving us a chance - it's not usual for most of teams. Much respect to Subasic for staying in the ranks with the injury. Good luck in the next matches and hope for the title!

[MonarchPoolPlaster]

Congratulations to Russia for hosting a great World Cup.

[durantheexplorer]

Russia surprised and shocked a lot of us this year. they fought and won with pride and lost with honor. They don't win the world cup nor a medal but they do sure win my respect and admire and heart. Russia, job well done 🍺😎

[StoyanDimitrov]

The best World Cup I have ever watched.

[zhasstagram]

CONGRATULATIONS CROATIA!!! YOU DESERVED!!!! GOOD LUCK NEXT MATCH!!!!

[sumankhadgi]

Croatia win game but Russia win hearts, what a game so proud , & respect from NEPAL both country's & we enjoyed your game, thank you

[maltaangwa]

It was a good match. Our team gave a serious fight and showed good football. But Croatia was better, it is obvious. Proud of our guys! And congrats to Croatia! Go, slav brothers! Good luck to you in semifinal!

[matejstarcevic]

Više sreće drugi put pozdrav Rusima veliki respekt ♥️

[marshmallow]

That was a great and exciting game. Gongratulations to Croatia and respect to Russia from Poland. :D

[Nick-bbtb]

I literally broke my sofa watching this game. What a come back and best game of World Cup so far. I don’t think even final would be this much interesting. Lots of respect to Russia from India.

[sportsnewz]

"Oh my word!That is quite something!The Boy is a Star!One glorious, glorious goal"

"Domagoj Vida gone big!"

"Russia will not retreat!"

Peter Drury is the best commentator in the world!!!!