Following a 1-2 defeat against Spain in the Nations League, Croatian midfielder Mateo Kovacic addressed his team's performance during post-match comments on Tuesday. Kovacic acknowledged that while Croatia executed a strong first half, the team's level of play declined significantly after the break.
The drop in performance during the second half coincided with Spain scoring both of their goals. Kovacic’s assessment highlights a tactical or physical lapse that allowed the opposition to secure the victory.
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