Ivan Perišić was not included in the PSV squad for their match against ADO Den Haag, resulting in a 2-1 defeat for PSV. The coach made the decision to keep the Croatian international on the bench during the game held in Den Haag. Following the match, the coach addressed Perišić's consistent role with the Croatian national team, stating he regularly plays the full 90 minutes for Hrvatska. This comment suggests a difference in usage between club and country play. The loss to ADO Den Haag marks a setback for PSV in their campaign. It remains unclear why Perišić did not feature in the match against ADO Den Haag, but the coach’s statement highlights his importance to the Hrvatska team. The situation draws attention to player management and differing tactical approaches at the club versus international level.