Croatia Vs Turkey
In a match that sparked much controversy and disappointment, Croatia were considered the unluckiest team of the tournament as they eventually lost to Turkey in the quarter-finals after a daunting match in Vienna. Having created but only a couple of chances at goal, Turkey were seen as no chance holders as Croatia continued a fairly impressive and strong performance. In the final minute of extra time, Ivan Klasnić eventually scored to put Croatia ahead with no time remaining. The referee became negative to the cause and disallowed a Croatian substitution from occurring and eventually trailed the match over the specified time limit. As a result, Turkey scored a last kick equaliser courtesy of Semih Şentürk to take the match to a penalty shootout. Croatia eventually lost 1–3 on penalties, with Modric, Rakitic and Petric each missing their respective spot kicks to hand Turkey an unbelievable victory. As many shock roamed around Croatia as a nation, Slaven Bilić went on to say "This defeat will haunt us for the rest of our lives". It was the final International game for long standing captain Niko Kovač who announced his retirement from international football midway during the tournament.
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