UEFA Nations League 2018: 5 On-field battles that could decide the England vs Croatia match

#3 Ante Rebic vs Harry Maguire

Maguire has the physical presence that he can use well against Rebic, but the Croatians speed can be a nuisance throughout the game

Ante Rebic has been moved to the centre of the Croatian attack since Mandzukic retired from International duty and with his pace and intelligent movement has proved to be an attacking threat for the Croatians.

Since the World cup in Russia, Rebic has been an important attacking player for Croatia and a regular starter for them as well.

Harry Maguire has been the best defender in recent months for England but will have work in his hand if he has to stop Rebic from getting behind the backline and making goal scoring opportunities for himself and his teammates.

Maguire has the physical presence that he can use well against Rebic, but the Croatians speed can be a nuisance throughout the game.

Rebic's speed and intelligent movement caused a lot of problems for Spanish defenders and if he can recreate that night's performance again, then Maguire is going to have a tough night on his hands.

Rebic is someone who creates goal scoring opportunities for Croatia and this battle can be a difference between a goal or not for Croatia.