2018 FIFA World Cup - Predictions for every Quarter Final match

Russia vs. Croatia

Croatia could reach their 1st Semi Final since 1998.

Before the start of the tournament, no one could have given either Croatia or Russia a chance to make it beyond the round of 16 stage, however, not only have these two made it to the quarter finals, one of them will make it to their second World Cup semi final after they face each other in this match of the underdogs.

Russia shocked the whole football fraternity by knocking out Spain, one of the front-runners in the race for the title, after penalty shoot outs in one of the most astounding contests in this World Cup.

Already playing their best game, Croatia too had to fend off a penalty shoot out scare by Denmark, after both teams scored a goal in the first 5 minutes, to keep their campaign alive.

Taking full advantage of the home conditions, Russia have had a fairy tale run so far, but considering the way the Croatian team has played on the field so far, it seems that Russia's fairy tale run could now come to an end in the quarter finals.

Croatia will definitely walk in as favourite in a contest that promises to go down the line, but don't be shocked if Russia again cause a big upset.

Prediction: Croatia to edge past the Russian team