MIDFIELD
Ivan Perisic 8.5
Mario Mandzukic may have won the official man of the match, but Perisic stood out for most. A wonderful assist for Ivica Olic kickstarted Croatia’s dominance before a wonderful run down the left was rewarded by a neat finish at the near post to make it 2-0.
Ivan Rakitic 7
Struggled to make a huge impact on the match, but showed glimpses of why Barcelona signed him for next season. His vision and touch is something to behold.
Luka Modric 7
Like Rakitic, the Real Madrid playmaker wasn’t outstanding but he never lost the ball.
Ivica Olic 7
Took his goal well after a superb assist from Perisic and was a constant threat. His final decision-making can let him down, but otherwise a good performance.
Sammir 6
A largely ineffective game from the Getafe man who was replaced in the 72nd minute. Probably won’t start against Mexico.
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