Croatia (W) vs Ukraine (W) prediction, H2H and probable line-ups - June 3, 2025
Croatia (W)
Ukraine (W)
One of the matches of the 6th round in the UEFA Women's Nations League group stage will be played on Tuesday in Karlovac, where the Croatian national team will host Ukraine at the Branko Kavlovic-Kavlek stadium. I’m offering a bet on the outcome of this clash with solid chances for success.
Match preview
The Croatian women’s national team is going through a tough period: the team has lost six consecutive matches, including a thrashing by the Czech Republic (0-5) and two painful defeats to Albania (0-4 and 1-2). Their defense is clearly falling apart—15 goals conceded in their last five outings. Even at home, Croatia looks vulnerable, suffering heavy losses to the Czech Republic (0-4), defeats against Wales (0-3), and Albania (1-2).
However, in 2024, Croatia did manage to beat Ukraine at home (1-0), which gives them some confidence heading into this fixture. But much has changed since then: the team has lost its defensive structure and made little progress in attack, averaging less than one goal per game. The psychological pressure and half a year without a win could play a decisive role in another disappointing performance.
The Ukrainian women's national team is having a strong Nations League campaign, building momentum with four wins in their last five matches. Victories over Albania (2-1), the Czech Republic (1-0), and Croatia themselves (2-1) highlight their high level of organization and team spirit.
Consistency is especially impressive: even on the road, Ukraine knows how to get results, as shown by their recent win in Albania (2-1). Compared to Croatia, the Ukrainian side appears much more composed and efficient. Yes, there were slip-ups against the Czech Republic (1-1) and Belgium, but in the Nations League, the squad has played with stability and confidence under their coach.
Probable line-ups
- Croatia (W): Bukovec S. (GK), Nevrkla K., Balog L. (C), Spajic H., Dulcic A., Vracevic T., Galic B., Guvo A., Canjevac J., Mikulica P., Rudelic I.
- Ukraine (W): Samson K. (GK), Korsun K., Kotyk Y., Shmatko L. (C), Basanska O., Andruviv V., Petryk A., Semkiv D., Ovdiichuk O., Kravchuk R., Kalinina Y.
Match facts and head-to-head
- Croatia has lost six straight matches
- Ukraine has won four of their last five games
- Ukraine has won four of the last five head-to-head meetings.
Prediction
Croatia is in crisis, especially at the back, and shows virtually no signs of improvement. Ukraine, on the other hand, is playing mature, effective football and looks confident even away from home. Considering current form, motivation, and head-to-head stats, the favorite is clear. Our bet for the match is "Both teams to score" at odds of 1.74.
