Croatia defeated Slovenia 2-1 in an International Friendly on 7 June, with the hosts dominating possession and chance creation in a 4-2-3-1 setup. The Croatians significantly outshot their visitors, registering 22 attempts with six on target, though their goalkeeper made crucial saves at a 66.67 per cent rate to preserve the advantage. Slovenia, operating in a defensive 5-4-1 formation, managed only 13 shots and four on target, relying on a compact shape to limit Croatia's attacking opportunities. Despite the statistical imbalance, the visitors demonstrated resilience in keeping the scoreline respectable until the final whistle. Referee Bence Csonka oversaw the encounter without notable controversy. The friendly served as useful preparation for both nations ahead of their respective competitive schedules.