Josip Stanisic
BayernRB (RWB)
Balanced Full Back
Apr 2, 2000 (26)
Both
6'2"
170 lb
Loss effective rate in win
Stanisic registered two crosses (zero accurate) and one clearance in Saturday's 2-1 win against Ghana.
Analysis: Stanisic had a quiet showing in Saturday's win over Ghana, registering just one clearance while completing four passes into the final third. Even so, his overall tournament form remains strong. Across the three group‑stage matches, he has played every minute, provided an assist, maintained an 88 percent pass accuracy, and won 11 duels. His consistency and defensive reliability have made him a steady presence for Croatia despite the quieter outing in the most recent match.
Assists winner versus Panama
Stanisic assisted once to go with two crosses (two accurate) and one chance created in Tuesday's 1-0 victory over Panama.
Analysis: Stanisic provided the match-winning assist Saturday as his excellent cross in the 54th minute connected with Ante Budimir at the back post to take the 1-0 lead. It was the only chance he created in the match, but it was the most important moment of the game. He also played very well on the defensive end, recording four clearances and two interceptions and helping his side keep a clean sheet. Next up is a crucial matchup versus Ghana, with his side needing a win in order to finish second in the group.
Busy defensively in loss
Stanisic had one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Wednesday's 4-2 defeat versus England. He also won four duels and added a clearance, a blocked shot, an interception and two tackles.
Analysis: Stanisic was forced to cover the entire right flank in a 3-4-2-1 approach, and the results weren't good. He lost several individual duels and failed to pose much of an attacking threat. Croatia are expected to shift to a 4-2-3-1 approach for Tuesday's game against Panama, allowing Stanisic to return to his regular right-back role.
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