Mateo Kovačić 2025-26
One of European football’s most decorated midfielders, Mateo Kovačić brings Champions League pedigree and international captaincy experience to Manchester City’s midfield. A three-time Premier League champion and Champions League winner, the Croatian maestro combines relentless pressing with elegant ball distribution.
Kovačić in 2025-26
City’s Engine Room
Since arriving from Chelsea in 2023, Kovačić has slotted seamlessly into Pep Guardiola’s system. His technical ability, positional intelligence and work rate make him the ideal Guardiola midfielder — able to press intensely, recycle possession quickly and arrive late into the box to score crucial goals. A model professional at the Etihad.
Croatia’s Captain
Following the international retirement of Luka Modric, Kovačić has taken on the Croatia captaincy and the responsibility that comes with it. He is the fulcrum of a Croatian side that has consistently punched above its weight — reaching the 2022 World Cup bronze medal match and EURO quarter-finals. Their 2026 World Cup campaign rests heavily on his shoulders.
Trophy Cabinet
Few players in world football have collected as many major honours as Kovačić. From Champions League victories with Real Madrid to multiple Serie A titles, from Premier League glory at Chelsea and Man City to his Champions League winner’s medal in 2023 — the Croatian is one of the most decorated midfielders of his generation.
Kovačić Highlights
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Kane says England’s 7-0 win against Croatia is their best performance under Thomas Tuchel! 🏴
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Choose your Croatia header: Perisic or Gvardiol?
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1-Minute Highlights: Mexico eliminate Croatia | 2014 World Cup
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Four-goal thriller! Croatia v Australia | 2006 World Cup EXTENDED HIGHLIGHTS
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That Trippier Free Kick v Croatia That England Fans Will Never Forget! ✨
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1-Minute Highlights | Cameroon 0-4 Croatia | 2014 World Cup
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10-Minute Highlights | Croatia 1-3 Mexico | World Cup 2014
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Playing for Croatia is everything to Peter Musa🇭🇷
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1-Minute Match: Croatia Top Morocco For Bronze | 2022 World Cup
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1-Minute Semi-Final: Argentina 3-0 Croatia | 2022 World Cup
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10-Minute Match | Croatia 2-1 Morocco | 2022 Third-Place
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Croatia | EVERY World Cup Goal Since 2018!
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Short Highlights | Argentina 0-3 Croatia | 2018 FIFA World Cup
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Argentina 3-0 Croatia | 2022 Semi-Final Extended Highlights
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Croatia Cruise Past Argentina | 2018 World Cup
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All Croatia goals at the 2026 FIFA World Cup 🇭🇷
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All Croatia goals at the 2026 FIFA World Cup 🇭🇷
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Croatia | ALL GOALS | FIFA World Cup 2026™
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Analysis & Opinion
Kovačić News
View AllHaaland on bench as Kovacic, Stones and Foden start for City vs Saints LIVE!
City's big stars rested vs Southampton as Kovacic and Stones start LIVE!
Man City count on me despite exit rumours - Kovacic
Manchester City's Mateo Kovacic says the club "count on me" despite the midfielder being linked with a move away this …
Something on your mind, Mateo? Man City star Kovacic misses OPEN GOAL in Croatia's clash with England
Kovacic, 32, has played for City since 2023, but now finds the club engulfed in a war with the Premier …