World Cup 2026 qualifying matches saw Croatia and Colombia each secure narrow 1-0 victories overnight. Croatia defeated Panama with a single goal, while Colombia edged out Congo by the same margin. The matches were characterized by a lack of significant scoring. Notably, Croatian midfielder Luka Modric received a special tribute during his appearance in the match against Panama. Details of the tribute were not specified, but it was described as a significant moment. Both results contribute to the ongoing qualification process for the 2026 World Cup tournament. Congo and Panama will need to regroup for future qualifying matches.