📸 Ivan Perišić outshining Kylian Mbappé in 2018 WC final repeat 🔥
All the talk in the build up to the Nations League quarter final clash between Croatia and France was about the return of Kylian Mbappé, but it's another goalscorer from the 2018 World Cup final, Ivan Perišić, who has stole the show in Split so far.
The PSV winger provided the assist for Ante Budimir before doubling his side's lead with a typically brilliant volleyed finish in added time, giving his side a huge advantage heading into the break.
It came with his right foot, while his cross came with his left, showcasing the two-footed quality that has been a hallmark of his incredible international career, which now encompasses 141 caps and 34 goals.
IVAN PERISIC WITH A SENSATIONAL STRIKE TO MAKE IT 2-0 CROATIA VS. FRANCE BEFORE HALFTIME 🤯🔥 pic.twitter.com/oItY0cNWrQ
— ESPN FC (@ESPNFC) March 20, 2025
The Croats missed a penalty early on, but it doesn't seem to matter right now as one of their golden oldies leads them to first leg glory.
📸 DAMIR SENCAR - AFP or licensors
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