Dalić Steps Down as Croatia Coach

Zlatko Dalić has resigned as Croatia's national team coach less than a week after their 2-1 loss to Portugal in the World Cup round of 32. The announcement comes after Dalić led Croatia to two consecutive top-three finishes at World Cups, including runner-up in 2018 and third place in 2022.

In a statement posted by the national soccer federation, Dalić said he leaves with a "fulfilled heart" and is proud of his contribution to Croatian soccer history. The federation called his tenure an "unforgettable journey" and thanked him for his "unwavering commitment to fight for Croatia." No immediate successor was named. afrikasportnews.co.za