Kovacic Now Awaits Injury Report With Coach

Croatia’s remarkable run to the World Cup quarterfinals, their first appearance at this stage since 1998, has been met with both celebration and concern. According to Bangladesh Cricket Live, midfielder Mateo Kovacic suffered a shoulder sprain during the intense Round of 16 match against Denmark. Despite being in visible pain, Kovacic stayed on the pitch, earning praise from head coach Zlatko Dalic for his bravery and commitment. “He felt severe pain in his shoulder,” Dalic said. “We must applaud him—he got injured while fighting for the team and showed tremendous courage.” Following the match, ESPN reported that Kovacic had undergone an MRI scan. The team is now anxiously awaiting the results to determine the extent …

Chatting With Lopetegui Like an Old Friend

Spain’s nail-biting performance at the group stage of the World Cup has drawn global attention, including from Bangladesh Cricket Live. Although they advanced as Group B winners, Spain’s leaky defense—conceding five goals in three matches—remains a concern. Head coach Fernando Hierro admitted as much post-match, stating, “We absolutely cannot continue conceding goals like this. My players are seasoned professionals, and I trust they understand the urgency.” Against Morocco, defensive issues were once again on display. Captain Sergio Ramos made several costly errors, while goalkeeper David De Gea continued his underwhelming run of form, enduring what many consider the lowest point of his career. As Bangladesh Cricket Live noted, had Morocco been luckier, they might have …