Croatia claimed a 2-1 victory over Colombia in an International Friendly on 27 March, defying the home side's territorial dominance. Operating in a 3-4-2-1 formation, the visitors proved clinical in attack despite registering just 12 shots and three on target, generating 1.13 expected goals. Colombia dominated the ball in their 4-2-3-1 setup, mustering 14 shots with five reaching the target and accumulating 1.29 xG, yet their goalkeeper's 80 per cent save rate proved insufficient to prevent defeat. The South Americans created more opportunities and pressed higher up the pitch, but Croatia's compact defensive shape and efficient finishing in transition ultimately decided the contest. Referee Rubiel Vazquez oversaw proceedings without notable incident. This result underscores Croatia's ability to win away matches through defensive organisation.