Mateo Kovačić brings 114 caps and 5 international goals for Croatia at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, lining up as a midfielder. At club level they play for Manchester City FC (ENG). That record is the base the model weighs alongside current form and the strength of the group.
Summary
Mateo Kovačić (Croatia), Midfielder, 114 caps, 5 international goals
Odds insightHigh-impact player
OddsMetrica Mateo Kovačić
Mateo Kovačić is a 32-year-old midfielder for Manchester City FC (ENG) and Croatia. He has earned 114 caps and 5 international goals for Croatia. Our model puts Croatia's title chance at 2% with a 86% shot at clearing the group stage at World Cup 2026. Mateo has collected 21 career honours, making him one of the most decorated players at this tournament.
114 Caps
5 Goals
0 Season goals
1 Assists
6.76 Form rating
Age32Height1.78 m (5 ft 10 in)Weight172 lbsMarket value€12.0M
Betting Relevance
Tournament form Below par
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Mateo Kovačić: World Cup 2026 Form
How Mateo has rated match-by-match at World Cup 2026.
6.9
vs Panama
72 min
vs Ghana
78 min · 0G 1A
Croatia Squad
Full squadMateo is part of a Croatia squad heading to World Cup 2026 in Group L.
Mateo Kovačić: Career History
Club career, most recent first.
Chelsea
2018 - 2023
Real Madrid
2015 - 2019
Inter
2013 - 2015
Dinamo Zagreb
2007 - 2013
LASK
2000 - 2007
Honours
The major titles and individual awards, grouped by competition.
21 TOTAL HONOURS
BIGGEST ACHIEVEMENTS 
4× FIFA Club World Cup 2016, 2017 + 2 more 
4× UEFA Champions League 2015-2016, 2016-2017 + 2 more 
4× UEFA Super Cup 2016, 2017 + 2 more
4× FIFA Club World Cup 2016, 2017 + 2 more 4× UEFA Champions League 2015-2016, 2016-2017 + 2 more 4× UEFA Super Cup 2016, 2017 + 2 more HONOURS SNAPSHOT
3 League Titles
4 Cup Competitions
1 International
0 Individual Awards
League Titles 3
- 3× Croatian Prva Liga 2010-20112011-20122012-2013
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1× English Premier League 2023-2024 -
1× Spanish La Liga 2016-2017
Cup Competitions 4
- 4× FIFA Club World Cup 201620172021 +1
- 4× UEFA Champions League 2015-20162016-20172017-2018 +1
- 4× UEFA Super Cup 201620172021 +1
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1× English FA Cup 2025-2026
International 1
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1× UEFA Europa League 2018-2019
Career Milestones
Key landmarks from Mateo's career.
2 LandmarksTop career moments
2 ClubsAcross top leagues
21 AchievementsMajor honours
01
UEFA Europa League Hat-Trick Inter Milan · UEFA Europa League
Record UEFA Europa League 02
UEFA Champions League Player Of The Match Manchester City · UEFA Champions League
Award UEFA Champions League Mateo Kovačić: Quick Facts
#8Shirt number
32Age
1.78 m (5 ft 10 in)Height
172 lbsWeight
Linz, AustriaBirthplace
Manchester City FC (ENG)Club
Mateo in pictures
Part of the Croatia squad at World Cup 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions
What position does Mateo Kovačić play?
Mateo Kovačić plays as a Midfielder for Manchester City FC (ENG). At World Cup 2026 they represent Croatia.
How many caps does Mateo Kovačić have?
Mateo Kovačić has 114 international caps for Croatia, with 5 international goals.
What trophies has Mateo Kovačić won?
Mateo Kovačić has won 21 career honours. Notable titles include FIFA Club World Cup (x4), UEFA Champions League (x4), UEFA Super Cup (x4).
What is Croatia's chance of winning World Cup 2026?
Our model puts Croatia at 2% to win World Cup 2026 and 86% to advance from the group stage.
Which group is Croatia in at World Cup 2026?
Croatia are in Group L at World Cup 2026, facing England, Panama, Ghana.