Russia v Croatia, Tonight, 7pm, live on ITV
THIS last quarter-final match won't have the same interest as England v Sweden but it's a fascinating encounter.
I’m still hoping Croatia can go all the way and win the World Cup but Russia are a huge roadblock in their path. The hosts have surpassed expectations with lots of workrate and stubbornness and a few flashes of skill too.
I still think Croatia will have too much for them in 90 minutes and I expect a narrow Croatia win.
My penalties bet continues to pay dividends thanks to VAR so I’m continuing with that and I think the Croatia talisman Luka Modric is a great punt for first scorer because he takes the penalties and is also handy from outside with box with both feet.
Good luck all and let’s hope for a cracking game.
Recommended Bets
Super Single
- Croatia to win (11-10, Betfair)
First Scorer
- Luka Modric (10-1, MarathonBet)
Bonkers Bet
- Croatia to score a penalty (13-2, Paddy Power) and/or Russia to score a penalty (9-1, Bet365)
Bet Builder
- Under 2.5 goals
- Croatia to win
- Half with most goals – 2nd
- (13-2, bet365)
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