Discovering Croatia’s Rising Stars: Three U18 talents to track – scout report

Croatia has long been a well-known ground for football talent, producing a wealth of skilled players who have made their mark on the global stage.

Croatian footballers have consistently showcased their prowess on the world stage, with the National Team being runners-up in the 2018 World Cup and then finishing in third place four years later.

Over the years, the country has produced some incredible talents, such as the iconic midfield maestro Luka Modrić at Real Madrid. the lethal striker Davor Šuker, who also turned out for Los Blancos in addition to Arsenal and West Ham, and Manchester City’s versatile defender Joško Gvardiol, to name just a few.

With the Euros on the horizon, the footballing world will undoubtedly turn its gaze once again to Croatia.

So we thought there is no better time to showcase some of the best young players in the country. 

This tactical analysis will cover three players who we believe have big futures in the game.

In this scout report, we will delve into the profiles of these promising players, analysing their strengths, playing styles, and potential impact on the pitch. 

We will highlight how these players fit into the tactics of their current clubs and what they could bring to their respective teams in the near future.

Noa Skoko  Hajduk Split

The first player we are going to look at in this analysis piece is 18-year-old Noa Skoko.

His name may sound familiar as he is the son of former Wigan Athletic player Josip Skoko.

The Wythenshawe-born midfielder was named one of the best players born in 2006 by British newspaper, The Guardian.

Skoko is one of those players who just loves being on the ball; he consistently looks to be a positive force for Hajduk Split U19s, especially in the attacking transitions.

We can see here that he receives the ball in his own half and drives forward into the attacking third, using an excellent burst of acceleration.