Ante Budimir's 54th-minute header proved decisive as Croatia edged past Panama 1-0 in their World Cup opener, the veteran forward turning in Josip Stanišić's cross to settle a cagey affair and set up a meeting with Portugal in the next round. Neither side could find any rhythm in a forgettable first half, with both defences well organised and clear chances at a premium.
Panama 0:1 Croatia — Match Report
Gary RedknappFootball AnalystMATCH REPORTFirst half0 - 0
Second half0 - 1
- 61(Foul)
- 90 + 2(Foul)
Live Prediction
Croatia to winWon1.15
CheckLive AI™ · Full-timeBETA
FT0–1P
−14.8Strong edge
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Croatia to win
WonQuestions & Answers
What was the final score of Panama vs Croatia?
Panama 0-1 Croatia (World Cup).
Who scored?
Ante Budimir (54', assist Josip Stanišić) for Croatia.
Was Croatia's win deserved?
It was close — an evenly matched game.
Were there any cards in Panama vs Croatia?
Yellow cards: Yoel Bárcenas (Panama); Petar Sucic (Croatia).
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Head to Head meetings
Panama – Croatia
Panama
Croatia
- 0
Victories
- 0
Draws
- 1
Victories
| label | first team | second team |
|---|---|---|
Victories |  0 | 1  |
Scored goals | 0 | 1 |
Average per game | 0 | 1 |
The biggest victory | 0 | 0-1 |
Panama
- 5Matches
- 13Goals
- 2.6Goal per game
- 1Wins
- 1Draws
- 3Losses
Croatia
- 5Matches
- 5Goals
- 1Goal per game
- 1Wins
- 0Draws
- 4Losses
Best statistical picks
Panama – Croatia
Goals over the last 10 matches favour Over 2.5
Both teams scored in 5 of the last 6 matches
Corners over the last 10 matches favour Under 9.5
Cards over the last 10 matches favour Over 3.5
Cards over the last 10 matches favour Under 3.5
AICheckLive AI Bot
Model verdict, form, head-to-head and live pressure for this match. Ask anything in Telegram.
Ask the AI bot about this matchOdds
| 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| 7.50 | 4.60 | 1.42 |
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◆ CheckLive verdict
Slight edge — Panama
Panama is a slight favourite in the CheckLive calculation: 59.3 + 5.8 for home advantage = 65.1 vs 60.7 for Croatia. CheckLive signal strength 56/100.
Over 3.52.63
Medium confidence56%
Three CheckLive metrics
CheckForm
56.9
58.3
CheckSkill
56.8
56.9
CheckMental
69
73.2
CheckLive total65.1 vs 60.7+4.4Panama: 59.3 + 5.8 for home advantage = 65.1
More match signals
Over 4.563%4.50
Both teams to score — Yes62%1.91
Home win — Panama50%7.50
Today's market odds.
All both teams to score predictions →Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the favourite in Panama vs Croatia?
In the CheckLive calculation Panama is the favourite: 59.3 + 5.8 for home advantage = 65.1 vs 60.7. Signal strength 56/100; it is not a win probability.
How does CheckLive rate the match?
The rating is built on three metrics: form (CheckForm), quality (CheckSkill) and mentality (CheckMental). Their values and the match signals are below.
What does Confidence mean?
Confidence describes model signal strength, not the probability of a win or an exact score.
What is the correct-score prediction?
CheckLive calculation: 3-2 (Panama vs Croatia, regulation time). Confidence describes model signal strength, not the probability of a win or an exact score.
Head to Head meetings
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- 0
Victories
- 0
Draws
- 0
Victories
| label | first team | second team |
|---|---|---|
Victories |  0 | 0 |
Scored goals | 0 | 0 |
Average per game | 0 | 0 |
The biggest victory | 0 | 0 |
Odds
| 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| 7.50 | 4.60 | 1.42 |